The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is hiring State Accountants and State Accountants (Rates and Taxes) for 2026, and the closing date is fast approaching – 20 November 2026, 16:00.
What the vacancy is
The department needs 68 finance professionals across South Africa. The roles are in the Directorate of Financial and Supply Chain Management Services. Most posts are 12‑month contracts, except the Kimberley State Accountant post, which is advertised separately.
Who can apply
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Degree or National Diploma in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, Commerce, Economics or a related field.
- At least one year of experience in a financial‑management or management‑accounting environment.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and related public‑service legislation is preferred.
What you gain
- Annual salary R338 106 (Level 07) – roughly R28 175.50 per month.
- For the 67 contract posts you receive an extra 37 % (R125 099.22) – total R463 205.22 per year.
- Experience in public‑sector finance, budgeting, reporting and audit support.
- Opportunity to work in various provinces and contribute to land reform and rural development.
How to apply – step by step
- Download the Z83 application form from the department’s website.
- Complete the form and sign it.
- Prepare an up‑to‑date CV that matches the requirements.
- Save both documents as PDF files (max 10 MB each).
- Email the PDFs to the address that matches the province you are applying for (see table below). Include the correct reference number in the subject line.
- If you prefer, you may hand‑deliver the printed form and CV to the address listed for your province.
Application email addresses by province
| Province / Location | Email address |
|---|---|
| Northern Cape – Kimberley | Post340@dlrrd.gov.za |
| Gauteng – Pretoria | Post349@dlrrd.gov.za |
| North West – Mmabatho | Post350@dlrrd.gov.za |
| Mpumalanga – Mbombela | Post351@dlrrd.gov.za |
| Limpopo – Polokwane | Post352@dlrrd.gov.za |
| Free State – Bloemfontein | Post353@dlrrd.gov.za |
| Northern Cape – Districts | Post354@dlrrd.gov.za |
| Western Cape – Various districts | Post355@dlrrd.gov.za |
Vacancy breakdown by province
| Province | Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Cape – Kimberley | State Accountant | 1 |
| Gauteng – Pretoria | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 5 |
| North West – Mmabatho | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 14 |
| Mpumalanga – Mbombela | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 12 |
| Limpopo – Polokwane | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 11 |
| Free State – Bloemfontein | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 5 |
| Northern Cape – Various Districts | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 12 |
| Western Cape – Various Districts | State Accountant: Rates and Taxes | 8 |
| Total | 68 |
Duties for State Accountant (Rates and Taxes)
- Verify invoices and prepare payment submissions.
- Request supporting documents and statements.
- Check billing details, tariffs and calculations.
- Prepare payment documents in line with departmental policy.
- Reconcile statements, payments and credit notes.
- Investigate discrepancies and outstanding balances.
- Capture payments in BAS, PERSAL and LOGIS systems.
- Monitor expenditure and payment progress.
- Follow up overdue invoices.
- Maintain invoice, payment and liability registers.
- Produce reports on expenditures, liabilities and overdue invoices.
- Support internal and external audit processes.
- Keep complete financial records and audit trails.
- Respond to audit queries and implement corrective actions.
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that you have the correct reference number on every email.
- Make sure the Z83 form is fully completed and signed.
- Keep your CV concise and highlight at least one year of relevant experience.
- Test the PDF size before sending – it must be under 10 MB.
- Send your email a few days before the deadline to avoid server delays.
- If you hand‑deliver, do it during office hours and bring a copy of the email address for verification.
Conclusion – next steps
This is a solid entry into the public‑sector finance world. Gather your documents, follow the steps above, and submit your application before 16:00 on 20 November 2026. Good luck!
