Pastel Finance Assistant - Creditors, Assets & Admin

University of Fort Hare; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare invites applications for a Financial Assistant to support creditors and general finance functions. Based near Somerset West, the role requires 2–5 years’ Pastel Partner experience and a Grade 12.

You must be bilingual (Afrikaans and English), hold a valid driver's license with own vehicle, and demonstrate good communication and the ability to work under pressure. Duties include processing invoices, credit control, reconciliations, and petty cash administration.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ experience in Pastel Partner is essential.
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
• Good spoken and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile purchase orders with supplier invoices.
• Process supplier invoices, returns and debits.
• Ensure invoice accuracy and timely payment before due dates.
• Prepare creditor payment schedules and remittances.
• Maintain creditors records and filing.
• Reconcile petrol slips and monitor kilometre readings.
• Maintain fixed assets register and track asset movements.
• Administer petty cash and ensure valid expenses.

Skills

Bilingual Afrikaans and English

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Pastel Partner

Job description

University of Fort Hare invites applications for a Financial Assistant to support creditors and general finance functions. Based near Somerset West, the role requires 2–5 years’ Pastel Partner experience and a Grade 12.

You must be bilingual (Afrikaans and English), hold a valid driver's license with own vehicle, and demonstrate good communication and the ability to work under pressure. Duties include processing invoices, credit control, reconciliations, and petty cash administration.