Senior Administrator : Finance

Absa Group Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Administrator in Finance to provide essential administrative support. This role involves managing financial documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing critical financial reports. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and integrity while addressing stakeholder queries effectively. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the financial operations and success of the organization, making a significant difference in the finance department's efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance administration and reporting.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide finance administrative support and maintain financial files.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Conduct monthly account reconciliations and assist in budgeting.

Skills

Financial Administration

Reporting

Compliance

Budgeting

Reconciliation

Problem Solving

Education

Further Education and Training Certificate in Financial Sciences

Job description

Job Title: Senior Administrator: Finance

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg | Deadline: May 30, 2025

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Job Summary

To deliver finance administrative support services through the execution of predefined objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Job Description

• Financial & General Administration: Attach supporting documentation (credit approval, authorization, invoices, signed spreadsheets) and make copies for audit purposes. Provide regular management updates on paid invoices to the Line Manager. Address queries within 24 hours regarding incomplete or unsigned documents, escalating unresolved issues. Take ownership of customer requests, offer solutions, and conclude complaints constructively. Maintain financial files and address ad-hoc queries from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring high-quality work and meeting deadlines. Perform general finance administration duties.
• Reporting & Compliance: Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports, including variance analysis. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting by preparing reports, journals, and reconciliations within deadlines. Follow up on procurement discrepancies, liaise with Group Sourcing, and assist in preparing the Annual Financial Statements. Stay updated on relevant legislation, including the Companies Act and Tax regulations. Prepare VAT packs monthly and ensure correctness and timely submission. Comply with Risk Management principles and stay updated on accounting standards (IFRS) and regulatory requirements. Prepare attestations for sign-off by senior management for submission to Group Regulatory reporting. Complete reconciliation sections for monthly Financial Director attestations, ensuring compliance with legislation and group standards.
• Reconciliation & Budgeting: Prepare monthly account reconciliations with supporting documents, investigate transactions, and adhere to policies. Reconcile bank statements with internal ledgers, and assist in departmental budgeting by collecting relevant information. Conduct daily control account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies, discussing long-outstanding items with the FMR.

Education

• Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) in Financial Sciences (Required)