Accountant Corporate Finance | City of Ekurhuleni 2026 | R601,956 p/a

1 Position Overview

The City of Ekurhuleni's Finance Department is recruiting a permanent Accountant: Corporate Finance to administer external borrowing and support the city's overall financial strategy. Based in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, the successful candidate will be responsible for accurate financial accounting, compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), and effective service delivery to internal and external stakeholders. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a stable, well-remunerated role within local government.

1 Position Overview

The City of Ekurhuleni's Finance Department is recruiting a permanent Accountant: Corporate Finance to administer external borrowing and support the city's overall financial strategy. Based in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, the successful candidate will be responsible for accurate financial accounting, compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), and effective service delivery to internal and external stakeholders. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a stable, well-remunerated role within local government.

1 Position Overview

The City of Ekurhuleni's Finance Department is recruiting a permanent Accountant: Corporate Finance to administer external borrowing and support the city's overall financial strategy. Based in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, the successful candidate will be responsible for accurate financial accounting, compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), and effective service delivery to internal and external stakeholders. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a stable, well-remunerated role within local government.

1 Position Overview

The City of Ekurhuleni's Finance Department is recruiting a permanent Accountant: Corporate Finance to administer external borrowing and support the city's overall financial strategy. Based in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, the successful candidate will be responsible for accurate financial accounting, compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), and effective service delivery to internal and external stakeholders. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a stable, well-remunerated role within local government.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

National Diploma in Financial Accounting or relevant equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification
2–5 years experience in a financial environment
Computer literacy
MFMA knowledge and other relevant legislation frameworks

NB: Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to their qualifications. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or appoint laterally.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

National Diploma in Financial Accounting or relevant equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification
2–5 years experience in a financial environment
Computer literacy
MFMA knowledge and other relevant legislation frameworks

NB: Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to their qualifications. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or appoint laterally.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

National Diploma in Financial Accounting or relevant equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification
2–5 years experience in a financial environment
Computer literacy
MFMA knowledge and other relevant legislation frameworks

NB: Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to their qualifications. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or appoint laterally.

2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

National Diploma in Financial Accounting or relevant equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification
2–5 years experience in a financial environment
Computer literacy
MFMA knowledge and other relevant legislation frameworks

NB: Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to their qualifications. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or appoint laterally.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Administering all external borrowing for the City — ensuring accurate accounting, compliance and reporting
Performing operational processes and taking accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed SOPs, quality standards and service targets
Applying governance and risk management to ensure compliance with Treasury policy, MFMA and all related legislation and regulations
Ensuring adequate implementation and maintenance of efficient and effective financial processes
Maintaining a strong customer service orientation with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery solutions

NB: The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement as per Council resolution and must maintain strict adherence to MFMA and Treasury compliance standards at all times.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Administering all external borrowing for the City — ensuring accurate accounting, compliance and reporting
Performing operational processes and taking accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed SOPs, quality standards and service targets
Applying governance and risk management to ensure compliance with Treasury policy, MFMA and all related legislation and regulations
Ensuring adequate implementation and maintenance of efficient and effective financial processes
Maintaining a strong customer service orientation with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery solutions

NB: The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement as per Council resolution and must maintain strict adherence to MFMA and Treasury compliance standards at all times.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Administering all external borrowing for the City — ensuring accurate accounting, compliance and reporting
Performing operational processes and taking accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed SOPs, quality standards and service targets
Applying governance and risk management to ensure compliance with Treasury policy, MFMA and all related legislation and regulations
Ensuring adequate implementation and maintenance of efficient and effective financial processes
Maintaining a strong customer service orientation with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery solutions

NB: The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement as per Council resolution and must maintain strict adherence to MFMA and Treasury compliance standards at all times.

3 Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

Administering all external borrowing for the City — ensuring accurate accounting, compliance and reporting
Performing operational processes and taking accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed SOPs, quality standards and service targets
Applying governance and risk management to ensure compliance with Treasury policy, MFMA and all related legislation and regulations
Ensuring adequate implementation and maintenance of efficient and effective financial processes
Maintaining a strong customer service orientation with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery solutions

NB: The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement as per Council resolution and must maintain strict adherence to MFMA and Treasury compliance standards at all times.

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent municipal employment with the City of Ekurhuleni
Competitive salary of R438 804 – R601 956 per annum plus benefits
Exposure to municipal corporate finance, external borrowing and Treasury compliance
Career growth within one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities
A structured and stable government finance environment

Tip: Municipal finance experience at a metropolitan level is one of the most valued credentials in South African public sector finance — this permanent role offers exceptional long-term career stability and growth!

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent municipal employment with the City of Ekurhuleni
Competitive salary of R438 804 – R601 956 per annum plus benefits
Exposure to municipal corporate finance, external borrowing and Treasury compliance
Career growth within one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities
A structured and stable government finance environment

Tip: Municipal finance experience at a metropolitan level is one of the most valued credentials in South African public sector finance — this permanent role offers exceptional long-term career stability and growth!

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent municipal employment with the City of Ekurhuleni
Competitive salary of R438 804 – R601 956 per annum plus benefits
Exposure to municipal corporate finance, external borrowing and Treasury compliance
Career growth within one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities
A structured and stable government finance environment

Tip: Municipal finance experience at a metropolitan level is one of the most valued credentials in South African public sector finance — this permanent role offers exceptional long-term career stability and growth!

4 What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

Permanent municipal employment with the City of Ekurhuleni
Competitive salary of R438 804 – R601 956 per annum plus benefits
Exposure to municipal corporate finance, external borrowing and Treasury compliance
Career growth within one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities
A structured and stable government finance environment

Tip: Municipal finance experience at a metropolitan level is one of the most valued credentials in South African public sector finance — this permanent role offers exceptional long-term career stability and growth!

5 Application Process

To apply:

Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal
Use Reference: FINA20570
Submit your CV and all certified supporting documents
For enquiries call: 0860 54 3000
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official application page

Tip: Closing date is 01 June 2026 — apply early as municipal positions attract high volumes of applications and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!

5 Application Process

To apply:

Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal
Use Reference: FINA20570
Submit your CV and all certified supporting documents
For enquiries call: 0860 54 3000
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official application page

Tip: Closing date is 01 June 2026 — apply early as municipal positions attract high volumes of applications and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!

5 Application Process

To apply:

Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal
Use Reference: FINA20570
Submit your CV and all certified supporting documents
For enquiries call: 0860 54 3000
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official application page

Tip: Closing date is 01 June 2026 — apply early as municipal positions attract high volumes of applications and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!

5 Application Process

To apply:

Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal
Use Reference: FINA20570
Submit your CV and all certified supporting documents
For enquiries call: 0860 54 3000
Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official application page

Tip: Closing date is 01 June 2026 — apply early as municipal positions attract high volumes of applications and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

A National Diploma in Financial Accounting or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification is required. Candidates may be asked to submit proof of their NQF level. MFMA knowledge and computer literacy are also essential for this role.

How much experience is needed?

A minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a financial environment is required. Experience within a municipal or public sector finance environment — particularly with MFMA compliance and external borrowing — will significantly strengthen your application.

What does the role involve?

The role focuses on administering all external borrowing for the City of Ekurhuleni — ensuring accurate accounting, Treasury compliance, MFMA adherence and effective financial process management. Strong governance, risk management and stakeholder service skills are essential.

When and how do I apply?

The closing date is 01 June 2026. Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal at rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za using Reference FINA20570 or through spanisam.co.za. For enquiries call 0860 54 3000. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within six weeks of the closing date.

What career growth is available?

The City of Ekurhuleni is one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities. As an Accountant in Corporate Finance, you can grow into Senior Accountant, Chief Financial Officer or Director of Finance roles within the municipality — or leverage your municipal finance experience for highly sought-after positions across other government departments and entities.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

A National Diploma in Financial Accounting or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification is required. Candidates may be asked to submit proof of their NQF level. MFMA knowledge and computer literacy are also essential for this role.

How much experience is needed?

A minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a financial environment is required. Experience within a municipal or public sector finance environment — particularly with MFMA compliance and external borrowing — will significantly strengthen your application.

What does the role involve?

The role focuses on administering all external borrowing for the City of Ekurhuleni — ensuring accurate accounting, Treasury compliance, MFMA adherence and effective financial process management. Strong governance, risk management and stakeholder service skills are essential.

When and how do I apply?

The closing date is 01 June 2026. Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal at rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za using Reference FINA20570 or through spanisam.co.za. For enquiries call 0860 54 3000. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within six weeks of the closing date.

What career growth is available?

The City of Ekurhuleni is one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities. As an Accountant in Corporate Finance, you can grow into Senior Accountant, Chief Financial Officer or Director of Finance roles within the municipality — or leverage your municipal finance experience for highly sought-after positions across other government departments and entities.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

A National Diploma in Financial Accounting or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification is required. Candidates may be asked to submit proof of their NQF level. MFMA knowledge and computer literacy are also essential for this role.

How much experience is needed?

A minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a financial environment is required. Experience within a municipal or public sector finance environment — particularly with MFMA compliance and external borrowing — will significantly strengthen your application.

What does the role involve?

The role focuses on administering all external borrowing for the City of Ekurhuleni — ensuring accurate accounting, Treasury compliance, MFMA adherence and effective financial process management. Strong governance, risk management and stakeholder service skills are essential.

When and how do I apply?

The closing date is 01 June 2026. Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal at rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za using Reference FINA20570 or through spanisam.co.za. For enquiries call 0860 54 3000. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within six weeks of the closing date.

What career growth is available?

The City of Ekurhuleni is one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities. As an Accountant in Corporate Finance, you can grow into Senior Accountant, Chief Financial Officer or Director of Finance roles within the municipality — or leverage your municipal finance experience for highly sought-after positions across other government departments and entities.

6 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.

What qualifications are required?

A National Diploma in Financial Accounting or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification is required. Candidates may be asked to submit proof of their NQF level. MFMA knowledge and computer literacy are also essential for this role.

How much experience is needed?

A minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a financial environment is required. Experience within a municipal or public sector finance environment — particularly with MFMA compliance and external borrowing — will significantly strengthen your application.

What does the role involve?

The role focuses on administering all external borrowing for the City of Ekurhuleni — ensuring accurate accounting, Treasury compliance, MFMA adherence and effective financial process management. Strong governance, risk management and stakeholder service skills are essential.

When and how do I apply?

The closing date is 01 June 2026. Apply via the official City of Ekurhuleni e-Recruitment portal at rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za using Reference FINA20570 or through spanisam.co.za. For enquiries call 0860 54 3000. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within six weeks of the closing date.

What career growth is available?

The City of Ekurhuleni is one of Gauteng's largest metropolitan municipalities. As an Accountant in Corporate Finance, you can grow into Senior Accountant, Chief Financial Officer or Director of Finance roles within the municipality — or leverage your municipal finance experience for highly sought-after positions across other government departments and entities.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam lists jobs in good faith as an information platform only. We are not responsible for hiring decisions made by the City of Ekurhuleni. Always verify through official City of Ekurhuleni channels.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam lists jobs in good faith as an information platform only. We are not responsible for hiring decisions made by the City of Ekurhuleni. Always verify through official City of Ekurhuleni channels.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam lists jobs in good faith as an information platform only. We are not responsible for hiring decisions made by the City of Ekurhuleni. Always verify through official City of Ekurhuleni channels.

7 Disclaimer

Spanisam lists jobs in good faith as an information platform only. We are not responsible for hiring decisions made by the City of Ekurhuleni. Always verify through official City of Ekurhuleni channels.

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