Finance Administrator

Brentwood Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education sector firm in Gauteng is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Administrator to support financial operations and maintain records. Candidates should have a strong background in financial administration and at least 2 years of experience in a similar role. Familiarity with accounting software and proficiency in MS-Office is essential. The role includes managing student accounts, processing invoices, and handling debt collection.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in the education industry finance is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage student enrollment process.
• Process credit checks.
• Manage student bursary application process.
• Prepare and process student invoices.
• Identify and allocate payments.
• Debt collection daily.
• Compile and submit a report on bad debts.
• Reconcile student accounts.
• Prepare and compile student refunds.
• Send out student statements monthly.
• Management of student queries.

Skills

Financial administration

Accounting software/system experience

Highly proficient in MS-Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Diploma or certificate in Financial Management

Job description

Summary

Our Client in the education and learning industry based in Midrand is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Finance Administrator to join their dynamic team.

This role is perfect for someone with a strong background in financial administration, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy and efficiency.

As a key member of the finance team, you will be responsible for supporting day-to-day financial operations, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Position Information (Qualifications)

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Diploma or certificate in Financial Management

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
• Education industry finance experience is an added advantage
• Accounting software / system experience
• Highly proficient in MS-Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Duties

• Manage student enrollment process.
• Process credit checks.
• Manage student bursary application process.
• Prepare and process student invoices on Student management system and Accounting system.
• Identify and allocate payments on Student management system.
• Debt collection daily.
• Manage, Update and Submit Debtors Age analysis with comments on a weekly basis.
• Compile and submit a report on Bad debts over 6 months to be handed over to the lawyers.
• Reconcile student accounts on Student management system and Accounting system.
• Prepare and compile student refunds and gather supporting documents weekly.
• Send out student statements monthly.
• Management of student queries via email and telephone.

Procurement and Accounts Payables

Organize and maintain student files (both digital and physical) and performing other administrative duties as needed.

Assist with other adhoc tasks by management.