Senior Financial Officer (P003263) at North West University

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.

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.

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.

Apply by: 26 September 2025