Accounting Clerk: Expenditure Control
Job Title: Accounting Clerk: Expenditure Control
Post Number: POST 38/95
Reference Number: HO 2026/11/93
Directorate: Financial Accounting
Department: Department of Correctional Services
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Employment Type: Appointment under the Public Service Act
Closing Date: 9 November 2026
Job Overview
The National Head Office is inviting applications for the position of Accounting Clerk: Expenditure Control within the Directorate of Financial Accounting. The successful candidate will assist with expenditure control, financial administration, supplier payments and the handling of financial documents.
The position focuses on ensuring that supplier payments are processed correctly and timeously, maintaining control over BAS input documents, assisting with the clearing of inter-responsibility accounts and carrying out general office administration. The successful candidate will also liaise with relevant bodies and sections when performing assigned duties.
Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification. No previous work experience is required, although previous experience in a finance environment will be an added advantage. The advertised salary is R237,453 per annum, and the appointment will be made under the Public Service Act.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- No previous work experience is required.
- Computer literacy.
Previous experience in a finance environment will be an added advantage.
Required Competencies and Knowledge
The advertisement identifies several areas of financial and administrative knowledge required for the position.
Applicants should have knowledge of financial policies relating to claims, expenditure, advances, payments and invoices. Knowledge of the uniform filing system and the correct formats for memoranda, faxes and letters is also required.
Good written and verbal communication skills are listed among the required competencies. These skills are relevant to the handling of financial documentation and communication with the relevant bodies and sections during the execution of duties.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform financial and administrative functions relating to expenditure control.
1. Supplier Payments and Financial Procedures
Handle matters relating to the correctness and timeous payment of suppliers, as well as financial procedures associated with capturing face value documents.
2. BAS Input Document Control
Exercise control over BAS input documents as part of the financial administration process.
3. Clearing Inter-Responsibility Accounts
Assist with clearing inter-responsibility accounts in accordance with the duties assigned to the position.
4. General Office Administration
Perform general office administration duties to support the functioning of the Directorate of Financial Accounting.
5. Liaison with Relevant Bodies and Sections
Liaise with the relevant bodies and sections when carrying out assigned responsibilities.
6. Public Finance Management Act Responsibilities
Execute the responsibilities of an official as stipulated in Section 45 of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
7. Asset Management
Carry out responsibilities relating to the management of assets.
Salary and Employment Conditions
The advertised salary is R237,453 per annum. The appointment will be made under the Public Service Act.
The position is based at the National Head Office within the Directorate of Financial Accounting.
Enquiries
Applicants requiring further information about the vacancy may contact the following officials at the National Head Office:
- Ms NS Khumalo: (012) 307 2174
- Ms TP Ngobeni: (012) 305 8589
Important Application Information
The closing date for applications is 9 November 2026. The supplied advertisement does not specify an application email address, application link or detailed submission procedure.
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