Senior Finance Officer
Key responsibilities include the following:
Provides financial and business input to the formulation of Capex and Opex budgets within the various areas of responsibility in conjunction with other role players in OFMD
Identify and adapt to changing Operational Situations in order to remain within budget
Approval of invoices and/or quotes
Monthly Balance Sheet Recons
Review monthly rental recons
Maintain rental schedule
Fixed Assed Register Maintenance
Process the department journals
Attending to escalated payment queries
Meeting with Contractors/Creditors personnel when necessary, to discuss and resolve outstanding account.
Process and facilitate recoveries from other departments and assist with reconciliation if required
Budgeting & Forecasting
Capex & Opex Budget vs Actual Review
Capex & Capex Budget Reviews
Investigate monthly Management Accounts Variance
Accounting & Controls
Bulk Store bi-annual stocktaking
Processing of cost recoveries
Resolve all not receipted purchase orders and not closed work orders
Management of staff as per the Universitys HR Policies and Processes
Effective management of Disciplinary Issues as the Universitys Disciplinary Code/Code of Conduct, with the help of HR/ER Office
Promote diversity and teamwork within your area of responsibility
Requirements:
Grade 12
BCom in Accounting
At least 5 years Finance experience
At least 2 years Supervisory Experience
Technical Competencies
Knowledge and understanding of Accounting and Bookkeeping Principles
Knowledge and understanding of Process Improvements
Knowledge and understanding of Oracles/Accounting Systems
Knowledge and understanding of Financial Audits
Knowledge and understanding of Financial Processes & Procedures
Working knowledge of IFRS advantageous
MS Office Advanced Excel
Competencies (Knowledge, skills and behavior)
Deadline Driven
Problem-solving Skills
Communication Skills
Result Oriented
Attention to Detail
Decision Making Skills
Analytical Skills
Planning and Organizing
Judgement
Compliance/Statutory Requirements (Knowledge, Understanding and or training):
GAAP
IFRS
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How To Apply
To apply:
Please submit a covering letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 referees.
External applicants are invited to apply, by registering your profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at and submitting your application.
Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: wits /Self Service application/ Apply for a job
The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.
Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise
Closing Date: 05 March 2026
The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.
Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.
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