Financial Officer I (P10) (Financial Governance & Revenue Division: Student Finance) (Re-advert)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- Liaising with students/parents/donors at all levels
- Enforce policy and procedures
- Debt Collection
- Follow-up on all sponsor outstanding debt
- Liaise with clients regarding academic results
- Prepare and capture journals
- Perform monthly reconciliation
- Administer all operational daily activities on accounts
- Ad Hoc tasks
Minimum requirements
- Diploma in Accounting or equivalent (NQF level 6)
- Minimum of three years' Financial experience within a Student Finance Environment
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Experience in a higher education environment will take preference, especially within the finance environment
- Will be required to assist on all campuses
- Computer Literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel) is essential
- Proficiency in both English and a third language would be an advantage
- Good computer skills (MS Office Suite, ITS).
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good presentation skills and attention to detail.
- Good planning, listening and organising skills.
- Excellent accounting abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure with large volumes.
- Good communication and organisational skills
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
