Senior Accountant Budget, Planning and Reporting

Community Schemes Ombud Service; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Gauteng is seeking a Senior Accountant. This role supports budget planning, prepares financial reports, and ensures compliance with national regulations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, 3–5 years of experience, and strong knowledge of financial practices. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of the organization.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years relevant experience in finance.
• Understanding of legislation including PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Business and system processes knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the budget planning process.
• Prepare financial reports in compliance with relevant templates.
• Prepare annual financial statements and ENE reports.

Skills

Budgeting principles

Good knowledge of GRAP

Implementation of internal controls

Ability to make informed decisions

OLA management skills

Knowledge of customer service

Education

National Diploma or Degree in finance-related field (NQF Level 7)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accountant Budget, Planning and Reporting

Location: Gauteng, Centurion

Application Deadline: September 06, 2025

Description

• Support the budget planning process
• Draft CSOS’s budget in a format prescribed by the National Treasury, dividing it into capital and operating budgets
• Reflect realistic anticipated revenues by major sources in the budget draft
• Support the financial reporting process
• Prepare financial reports in compliance with relevant templates and legislative frameworks
• Review the general ledger and maintain accounting systems
• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly financial management reports
• Prepare annual financial statements and ENE reports
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements using the National Treasury template
• Assist in preparing the organisation’s annual report
• Submit financial reports, budget performance reports, and other required information to the National Treasury and Auditor General
• Prepare for the Auditor General’s audit process

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in a finance-related field (NQF Level 7)
• 3–5 years relevant experience in finance
• Good knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and other financial principles
• Understanding of legislation including PFMA and Treasury Regulations
• Implementation of internal controls
• Budgeting principles
• Business and system processes
• Ability to make informed decisions
• Ability to draft OLA policies and procedures
• OLA management skills
• Knowledge of customer service