Mpumalanga Department of Health State Accountant Vacancies 2026: 32 Graduate Posts - StudentRoom. co. za
The Mpumalanga Department of Health invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for 32 State Accountant: Revenue Management vacancies available on three-year contracts. Vacancy Application Closing. . .
The Mpumalanga Department of Health invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for 32 State Accountant: Revenue Management vacancies available on three-year contracts. Vacancy Application Closing Date: 17 August 2026Vacancy Locations: Various hospitals across Ehlanzeni, Nkangala and Gert Sibande districts, Mpumalanga, South AfricaThe Mpumalanga Department of Health is recruiting 32 unemployed graduates for State Accountant: Revenue Management positions across public hospitals in the province. Successful candidates will be appointed on three-year contracts and will support patient billing, revenue collection, debt management, data quality and compliance with revenue-management policies. The vacancies are available across Ehlanzeni, Nkangala and Gert Sibande districts. Vacancy Programme OverviewDepartment:Mpumalanga Department of HealthPosition:State Accountant: Revenue ManagementNumber of posts:32Employment type:Three-year contractTarget group:Unemployed graduatesSalary:R338 106 per annumSalary level:Level 7Additional benefits:Service benefitsProvince:MpumalangaClosing date:17 August 2026Application method:OnlineAvailable State Accountant PostsDistrictReference numberPostsEhlanzeni DistrictMPDOH/JULY/26/119714Nkangala DistrictMPDOH/JULY/26/12058Gert Sibande DistrictMPDOH/JULY/26/121510Ehlanzeni District VacanciesReference number:MPDOH/JULY/26/1197Number of posts:14The available placements are:Barberton Hospital: 1 postLydenburg Hospital: 1 postMatibidi Hospital: 1 postMatikwana Hospital: 1 postMapulaneng Hospital: 2 postsRob Ferreira Hospital: 2 postsSabie Hospital: 1 postShongwe Hospital: 1 postThemba Hospital: 2 postsTintswalo Hospital: 1 postTonga Hospital: 1 postNkangala District VacanciesReference number:MPDOH/JULY/26/1205Number of posts:8The available placements are:Bernice Samuel Hospital: 1 postH. A. Grove Hospital: 1 postImpungwe Hospital: 1 postMiddelburg Hospital: 1 postMmametlhake Hospital: 1 postKwaMhlanga Hospital: 1 postWaterval Boven Hospital: 1 postWitbank Hospital: 1 postGert Sibande District VacanciesReference number:MPDOH/JULY/26/1215Number of posts:10The available placements are:Amajuba Memorial Hospital: 1 postBethal Hospital: 1 postCarolina Hospital: 1 postElsie Ballot Hospital: 1 postEmbhuleni Hospital: 1 postErmelo Hospital: 2 postsEvander Hospital: 1 postPiet Retief Hospital: 1 postStanderton Hospital: 1 postMinimum Qualification RequirementsApplicants must have:A Senior Certificate or Grade 12. A diploma or degree at NQF Level 6 or 7. A qualification recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority. The required qualification must be in one of the following fields:FinanceFinancial ManagementManagement AccountingKnowledge RequirementsApplicants should have knowledge or experience in provisioning administration, particularly in the following areas:Logistics Information SystemPreferential Procurement Policy Framework ActPublic Finance Management ActTreasury RegulationsBasic Accounting SystemGovernment financial administrationRevenue managementGeneral accounting processesRequired Skills and CompetenciesApplicants should demonstrate:Computer literacy. Good written communication. Good verbal communication. Strong interpersonal skills. Management ability. Supervisory skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Accuracy and attention to detail. Professional conduct. Financial administration skills. Ability to work with patient and revenue information. A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage. Key ResponsibilitiesSuccessful candidates will be responsible for supporting hospital revenue-management functions. The duties include:Supporting patient registration. Supporting patient billing processes. Ensuring accurate capturing of patient information. Assisting with debt management. Following up on outstanding accounts. Monitoring compliance with revenue-management policies. Supporting data-quality improvement initiatives. Maintaining accurate financial and patient records. Assisting with revenue-related reporting. Supporting hospital administration processes. Patient Registration and BillingThe successful candidates will help ensure that patient information is captured correctly for billing and revenue-management purposes. This may include:Checking patient details. Capturing billing information. Updating patient records. Identifying incomplete information. Correcting data errors. Supporting the issuing of patient accounts. Referring complex billing matters to the relevant officials. Accurate patient information is important for proper billing and revenue collection. Debt Management SupportState Accountants will assist with debt-management and follow-up processes. Responsibilities may include:Monitoring outstanding patient accounts. Following up on unpaid amounts. Maintaining debt-management records. Updating account information. Preparing information for recovery processes. Liaising with relevant hospital officials. Supporting reconciliation activities. Revenue Policy ComplianceSuccessful candidates will monitor compliance with departmental revenue-management policies. This may involve:Checking whether procedures are followed. Reviewing patient-registration information. Monitoring billing processes. Identifying non-compliance. Reporting revenue-management concerns. Supporting corrective measures. Maintaining appropriate documentation. Data Quality ImprovementThe positions will support initiatives intended to improve the accuracy and completeness of hospital data. Duties may include:Reviewing captured information. Identifying duplicate or incomplete records. Correcting errors. Monitoring data-quality trends. Preparing reports. Supporting staff with accurate capturing practices. Ensuring that financial information is reliable. Contract DurationSuccessful candidates will be appointed on:Three-year contractsThe positions are specifically advertised for unemployed graduates. Applicants should note that a three-year contract does not automatically guarantee permanent employment after the contract ends. Salary and BenefitsSuccessful candidates will receive:R338 106 per annumThe positions are graded at:Salary Level 7The advertisement also states that service benefits will apply. The exact monthly amount and deductions will be confirmed in the employment contract. Required Application DocumentsApplicants must initially submit:A completed Z83 application form. A detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications or other supporting documents with the initial application. Additional documents may be requested from shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process. Z83 Application RequirementsApplicants should ensure that the Z83 form is:Fully completed. Signed. Dated. Completed with the correct post title. Completed with the correct reference number. Consistent with the information in the CV. A separate application should be submitted for each district or reference number selected. How to Apply for Mpumalanga Department of Health State Accountant Vacancies 2026Applications must be submitted through the Mpumalanga Department of Health Online Application System. Click here to apply for Mpumalanga Department of Health State Accountant Vacancies 2026Applicants should search for the relevant position and use the correct reference number:Ehlanzeni District:MPDOH/JULY/26/1197Nkangala District:MPDOH/JULY/26/1205Gert Sibande District:MPDOH/JULY/26/1215Applicants should:Open the departmental online application system. Create or sign in to an applicant profile. Search for State Accountant: Revenue Management. Select the correct district and reference number. Complete the online application. Upload the completed Z83 form. Upload a detailed CV. Review all information carefully. Submit the application before the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to avoid technical problems or disappointment near the deadline. Vacancy Application Closing DateApplications close on:17 August 2026Late or incomplete applications may not be considered. Vacancy EnquiriesGeneral enquiries may be directed to:Mr Emmanuel MakokoropoTelephone: 013 766 3384Ms Gugu NkosiTelephone: 013 766 3103Ms Nomsa MaphangaTelephone: 013 766 3207Ms Sebenzile MthisiTelephone: 013 766 3339For technical or online application enquiries:IT Help DeskTelephone: 013 766 3018Employment EquityThe Mpumalanga Department of Health is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer. Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will improve representation regarding:RaceGenderDisabilityAppointments will be made in line with the department’s employment-equity objectives. Important Application ChecklistBefore submitting an application, confirm that:You are an unemployed graduate. You have completed Grade 12. You hold a relevant NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification. Your qualification is in Finance, Financial Management or Management Accounting. Your CV is detailed and updated. Your Z83 form is completed and signed. You selected the correct district. You used the correct reference number. You submitted a separate application where necessary. Your application is submitted through the official online system. Your application is submitted by 17 August 2026.