STATE ACCOUNTANT: TAX RECONCILIATION REF NO: DSRAC 08/09/2026

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07), (an all-inclusive remuneration)
CENTRE : Head Office (Qonce)
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or B.
Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Accounting/ Cost &
Management Accounting/ Financial Management/ Internal Audit qualifications
with at least 1 to 2 years’ experience within the public sector expenditure
management field and payment of employee benefits. Public sector finances
experience in budgeting and revenue management will be added advantage.
Knowledge of financial systems (LOGIS, PERSAL and BAS). Knowledge of
Tax Administration Act, Public Service Regulations, Legislations / policies /
prescripts, and procedures. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and the
Public Finance Management Act and Financial Regulations. Knowledge of
Batho Pele principles. Computer literacy specializing in Advanced EXCEL
and PowerPoint Presentation. Good communication and report writing skills.
Sound organisational skills. People management. Customer / client orientated approach and ability to work under pressure and independently. A
valid driving licence (Code 8) will be an added advantage.
DUTIES : Render Tax Rebates Services. Receive, assess and process tax rebate
applications in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Verify the completeness and -accuracy of supporting documentation
submitted by taxpayers and stakeholders. Validate taxpayer information
against financial and tax records. Capture, update and maintain tax rebate
information on the relevant financial management systems. Calculate and
process approved tax rebates accurately and within prescribed turnaround
times. Prepare payment schedules for approved tax rebates. Resolve tax
rebate-related queries from taxpayers and internal stakeholders. Liaise with
relevant internal and external stakeholders regarding outstanding information
and tax rebate matters. Perform Tax Reconciliation. Reconcile tax rebate
accounts and identify discrepancies. Investigate and resolve reconciliation
differences promptly. Match payments, refunds and adjustments with
supporting documentation. Reconcile general ledger accounts relating to tax
rebates. Ensure that reconciliations are completed within prescribed
timeframes. Maintain complete reconciliation records and audit trails.
Escalate unresolved discrepancies to the supervisor. Financial Administration
and Reporting. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation reports.
Prepare management information on tax rebate transactions. Monitor
outstanding tax rebate claims and recommend corrective actions. Maintain
accurate financial records in accordance with record management policies.
Assist with audit requests by providing supporting documentation and
explanations. Promote Stakeholder and Customer Service. Provide
professional advice and guidance to taxpayers and stakeholders regarding
tax rebate procedures. Respond to enquiries within prescribed service
standards. Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal
and external stakeholders. Participate in awareness sessions and provide
support on tax rebate processes.
ENQUIRIES : M. Cezula – Head Office (eQonce) Tel No: (043) 492 1400
e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za
NOTE : Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.