Senior Finance Administrator

University of Fort Hare; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading National firm of Chartered Accountants in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Finance Administrator. This role involves managing financial and administrative functions, overseeing staff, preparing monthly accounts, and implementing process improvements. The ideal candidate has a BCom degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with advanced skills in Excel and experience in Caseware and Pastel. Apply by emailing your CV and cover letter.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in a similar role or financial environment.
• Proven management skills and understanding of practice management.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance, administration, and operations staff.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Compile reports on trends, KPIs, and capacity for the executive team.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project management

Report writing

Data integrity

Process improvement

Education

BCom Degree (Finance, Accounting, or related field)

Tools

Excel

Caseware

Pastel

Job description

Senior Finance Administrator – Pietermaritzburg
A leading National firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors is seeking a Senior Finance Administrator to join our Pietermaritzburg office. This pivotal role is available immediately for a driven and experienced professional ready to contribute to the efficient functioning and growth of our firm.
The Senior Finance Administrator will be responsible for managing and coordinating administrative, financial, and operational functions to ensure organizational efficiency and profitability. The role involves overseeing staff, managing projects, ensuring accurate reporting, and implementing process improvements across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee finance, administration, and operations staff.
• Register and maintain new projects on Caseware, ensuring accurate details and data integrity.
• Maintain and approve timesheets, generate WIP and productivity reports.
• Analyze project costs, revenues, and billing to maximize profitability.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements for the CEO.
• Compile reports on trends, KPIs, and capacity for the executive team.
• Develop and implement process improvements, including new software integration.
• Liaise with department managers to improve efficiency and adaptability.
• Oversee data projects and promote a data-driven culture.
• Provide high-level administrative support, manage the CRM, and deliver actionable analytics.
• Undertake ad hoc finance/project requirements as needed.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• BCom Degree (Finance, Accounting, or related field).
• 3–5 years experience in a similar role or financial environment.
• Proven management skills and understanding of practice management.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Caseware and Pastel experience (essential).
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your career, please email your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line: Senior Finance Administrator – Pietermaritzburg.