ACCOUNTING CLERK: INTERNAL CONTROL (GOVERNANCE)

This role functions as an Accounting Clerk within the Internal Control and Governance unit of the Western Cape Mobility Department, operating at a junior administrative level. The position is central to maintaining the department's financial integrity and compliance framework, serving as a key support mechanism for governance structures and audit processes. The successful candidate will be based in the Western Cape and will contribute directly to the department's adherence to public service financial legislation and internal control practices.

To be considered, applicants must possess a Grade 12 Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification, with Accounting and Mathematics as passed subjects. The role demands a solid foundational knowledge of internal control governance and financial functions, alongside the ability to capture data, operate computer systems, and collate financial statistics. A comprehensive understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service is essential, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) of 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, the Public Service Act of 1994, the Public Service Regulations of 2016, and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act of 1997. Candidates must demonstrate strong language, numeracy, and literacy skills, with good verbal and written communication abilities. Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word is required, as are planning and organising skills, record keeping, problem-solving, and interpersonal relations. The ideal candidate will be flexible, a team player, accurate, and possess an aptitude for figures, with the ability to perform routine tasks and operate standard office equipment.

The core duties of this position are varied and governance-focused. The clerk will perform secretariat functions for the Enterprise Risk Management Committee (ERMCO), which involves coordinating meetings, preparing documentation, and maintaining records. The role also entails rendering support for the external audit process, which includes liaising with auditors and facilitating the provision of required information. Furthermore, the incumbent will be responsible for reviewing finance instructions and policies to ensure they remain current and compliant, and for updating and monitoring the Departmental Corporate Governance Improvement Plan (DCGIP), tracking progress on governance enhancements.

Prospective applicants should note that the selection process is rigorous. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews and must submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within a specified timeframe prior to the interview date. Failure to provide these documents without reasonable justification may result in disqualification. All shortlisted candidates will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise to determine suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements, and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels will score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The selection process will be guided by the employment equity targets of the employing department. By applying, candidates consent to the Western Cape Government contacting previous employers and managers for employment references, which will include enquiries relating to disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. The application process is conducted exclusively through the online system, and technical support is available for those experiencing difficulties.