Senior Financial Officer (P003263)

North West University; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in North West is seeking an accountant to assist in managing student accounts and financial processes. The role involves levying student accounts, compiling pay-out files, and ensuring occupational health and safety standards are met. Candidates should hold a B.Com degree and have extensive experience with advanced Excel and reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years advanced Excel experience.
• At least 1 year reconciliation experience.

Responsibilities

• Levy student accounts and process adjustments.
• Compile and reconcile pay-out files.
• Manage communication with accommodation providers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

B.Com degree / Advanced Diploma in Accounting (NQF level 7)

Tools

MS Office products

Job description

Job Location : North West, Potchefstroom Deadline : July 15, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Levying of student accounts.

• Ensure the timely and accurate levying of all students eligible for monthly allowances across all bursary groups.
• Process adjustments and corrections on student ledger cards based on valid and approved grounds.

Compiling of pay- out files.

• Reconcile accommodation data received from service providers to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Compile the master file for pay-outs, incorporating all relevant reports and control measures to support data accuracy.
• Verify all required documentation for completeness, including lease agreements and other supporting documents.
• Process pay-out lines and ensure the timely processing of payments.

Managing Communication & enquirie.

• Communicate with private accommodation service providers to request necessary information ahead of scheduled payment dates.
• Handle and resolve enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Send system-generated tasks and notifications to students through the appropriate system platforms.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).

• Uphold and maintain general occupational health and safety (OHS) standards and practices.

Ad Hoc Tasks.

• Perform ad hoc tasks that may arise in the course of duty,as per instruction.
• A B.Com degree / Advanced Diploma in Accounting(NQF level 7).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ advanced excel experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year reconciliation experience.

KEY FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES :

• Numerical competent with attention to detail.
• Computer literacy : MS Office products, internet, and e-mail.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Punctual.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES :

• Work independently and without close supervision.
• Critical thinking.