Kickstart Your Government Career – DFFE Is Hiring!
Are you a finance professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career in the public sector? The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join its team as a State Accountant: Finance: Budget in Pretoria.
If you have a passion for budgeting, financial reporting, and public sector finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Vacancy Details
📍 Location: Pretoria
💼 Position: State Accountant: Finance: Budget
📌 Reference Number: CFO23/2026
💰 Salary: R338,106 per annum
📅 Closing Date: 22 June 2026 at 16:00
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for candidates who have:
✅ A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related qualification
✅ At least one year of experience in financial management or a similar environment
✅ Knowledge of BAS, budgeting processes, expenditure control, and government financial regulations
✅ Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of the finance team, you’ll contribute to key government budgeting and financial management activities, including:
- Supporting MTEF budget planning processes
- Assisting with ENE and AENE submissions
- Managing budget allocations and adjustments on BAS
- Monitoring departmental expenditure
- Preparing monthly financial and cash flow reports
- Ensuring compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations
- Supporting strategic financial planning initiatives
Why Join DFFE?
Working at DFFE means becoming part of a department that plays a vital role in protecting South Africa’s environment and natural resources. Your financial expertise will help support programmes that make a meaningful impact across the country.
What You Can Expect:
✔ Competitive government salary package
✔ Long-term career stability
✔ Valuable public sector finance experience
✔ Opportunities for growth and professional development
✔ Exposure to national budgeting and financial management systems
Ready to Apply?
Interested applicants must submit a completed and signed Z83 form together with a comprehensive CV. Candidates shortlisted for interviews will be asked to provide certified copies of qualifications, identification, and other supporting documents.
Don’t miss this opportunity to build your career in government finance while contributing to a department that makes a difference.
Apply before 22 June 2026 at 16:00 and take the next step in your professional journey.
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