Senior State Accountant Job at Northlink TVET College
Senior State Accountant Job at Northlink TVET College
POST 40/50 : SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES REF NO: NLC/162/2026
Nature of Appointment: Permanent: College Council
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Northlink TVET College (Central Office)
DUTIES : Supervise staff. Manage and monitor all accounts receivable transactions and ensure that outstanding amounts are collected on time. Maintain accurate student and other debtor accounts and ensure that balances are correctly recorded and updated. Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable and prepare accurate financial reports for management. Follow up on outstanding debts, issue statements and reminders and implement approved debt recovery procedures. Ensure that all receipts and payments are correctly recorded, allocated and processed in accordance with Student debtor’s policy and procedures. Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, Treasury
Regulations, college policies and procedures and maintain effective internal controls over receivables. Approve all Student Refunds for payment. Provide input in the preparation and compilation of Annual Financial Statements. Ensure effective management and utilisation of allocated resources. Implement internal controls and contribute to the development of processes, procedures and policies within the management accounting portfolio. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Accounting/Financial Management or Management Accounting or a relevant qualification. Minimum of (three) 3 years’ experience in a financial environment or related field. Experience in using Management Information System (MIS) will be highly advantageous. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service financial legislations, processes, procedures, Treasury Regulations, Public Financial Management Act (PFMA), Income Tax laws, SARS Regulations, Financial Manual, PSA, PSR etc. Numerical aptitude with a focus on accuracy and detail in analysis and calculations. Knowledge of financial accounting procedures,
methods and principles established for the processing of financial transactions. Experience in the TVET College sector will be an added advantage. Computer Literacy. Valid Driver’s Licence. Ability to supervise staff, resolve financial discrepancies, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality and work effectively under pressure. Good understanding of debtors’ management, invoicing, receipts, allocations, reconciliations and outstanding accounts. Knowledge of financial management principles, accounting procedures, internal controls and applicable government financial requirements. Ability to monitor outstanding debts, follow up on overdue accounts, manage collections and maintain accurate debtor records. Ability to prepare, review and analyse accounts receivable reports, reconciliation and financial information. Good written and verbal communication skills.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Mmesi/ Mr. T Zangqa Tel No: (021) 970 9082/ 9069
APPLICATIONS : Northlink TVET College invites applicants to apply online via email: Careers7@northlink.co.za or alternatively, applications can be hand-delivered to the Central Office, 80 Voortrekker Road, Bellville, 7530.
NOTE : Northlink Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies. Applications can be submitted via email to: Careers7@northlink.co.za by quoting the post applying for and the relevant reference number provided on the subject line. All documents submitted must be in a PDF Format. Applicants are advised to submit one PDF Document per application. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post you wish to apply for. Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form which has since been in effect from 1 January 2021, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
CLOSING DATE : 30 November 2026 (at 12h00 sharp), all applications received after the closing date and time will not be entertained. Apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
