Professional Administrator

Profile Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking an experienced Administrator in Gqeberha, South Africa, to oversee management and financial administration within a well-established agricultural organisation. This senior-level position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Financial Management and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing operations, financial reporting, stakeholder relations, and compliance. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential attributes for candidates applying for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the agricultural or wool industry.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Administrator, Trust Administration, or Company Administration role.
• Exposure to investment management and financial markets would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations and administration of the organisation.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, cash flow, and reporting functions.
• Monitor and evaluate investment portfolio performance.
• Manage stakeholder, tenant, and service provider relationships.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and documentation for meetings and external engagements.

Skills

Leadership and decision-making ability

Strong analytical and financial acumen

Excellent report writing and minute-taking skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced National Diploma (NQF 7) in Accounting or Financial Management

Job description

A well-established organisation within the agricultural sector is seeking to appoint an experienced and professional Administrator to oversee the management, financial administration, investment activities, and stakeholder relations of the organisation. This is a senior-level position suited to a commercially astute professional with strong leadership ability, financial management expertise, and experience operating within a trust, investment, or agricultural environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced National Diploma (NQF 7) in Accounting or Financial Management.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the agricultural or wool industry.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Administrator, Trust Administration, or Company Administration role.
• Exposure to investment management and financial markets would be advantageous.
• Strong financial management and reporting capability.
• Excellent report writing and minute-taking skills.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management ability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations and administration of the organisation.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, cash flow, and reporting functions.
• Monitor and evaluate investment portfolio performance.
• Manage stakeholder, tenant, and service provider relationships.
• Coordinate trustee meetings, agendas, reports, and minutes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee property management, maintenance, and outsourced building projects.
• Manage HR-related responsibilities and supervise support staff.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, investment managers, municipalities, and industry stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and documentation for meetings and external engagements.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making ability.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• High attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Professional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and confidential information.
• Strong governance and compliance awareness.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to [e-mail] or register on our website at https://www.profilepersonnel.co.za/vacancies/ for consideration for future roles.