Senior Finance Administrator: Short-Term Risk and Investments at Rhodes University

Job Description

Senior Finance Administrator: Short-Term Risk and Investments (Grade 10)

Finance Division

• The Finance Division is inviting suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

Main Objectives

• To provide a timeous, effective, and efficient accounting and administrative service to the University, with specific focus on the University’s insurance portfolio, investments, and the Board of Governors (formerly the Rhodes University Foundation).
• The role includes oversight of the University’s bank accounts, ensuring all exceptions and variances are promptly identified, investigated, and resolved. It also encompasses responsibility for the preparation, completion, and submission of VAT returns and related administrative functions.
• Additionally, the position provides comprehensive administrative and accounting support to ensure the maintenance of a high standard of communication, accuracy, and service delivery at all times.

The Requirements

Grade 12 (a National Diploma NQF Level 6 would be an advantage), preferably in accounting, plus approximately 6 years relevant experience, where such experience includes:

• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Previous experience in a pressurised accounting administrative environment
• Demonstrated experience and competence in account reconciliations, including bank and control accounts.
• Strong computer literacy, with experience in computerised accounting systems.
• Insurance administration experience will be an advantage.
• Supervisory or team coordination experience would be advantageous.
• Experience using finance-related ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft) will be an advantage.

Closing Date 29 October 2026