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NWU
Town:
Potchefstroom
Position:
Senior Financial Officer
Experience Needed:
Minimum requirements
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.
Requirements:
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
Accurate data entry & processing.
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.
Effective time management – working strict timelines.
Ethical behavior and honesty.
Duties Include:
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES POSITION NUMBER: P003263 VACANCY: SENIOR FINANCIAL OFFICER PEROMNES GRADE: P10 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 3-YEAR FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT
Job description
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.
Additional Info:
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Hanlie Myburgh on 018 299 2614
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. M Freeman on 018 299 4811
CLOSING DATE: 04 July 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Starting Date:
July 5, 2025
Date Created:
June 26, 2025
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