Senior Administrative Officer: Finance (Permanent position)

This is a permanent Senior Administrative Officer: Finance post based at Vredenburg Hospital, which operates within the Saldanha Bay Sub-district of the West Coast District in the Western Cape. The role sits within a public-sector health environment and carries significant financial management responsibility, making it ideal for an experienced finance professional who is ready to supervise staff, manage supply chain functions, and contribute to sound governance of public funds. As a senior officer in the hospital’s administrative team, the incumbent will act as a key support to the supervisor, ensuring that financial operations run smoothly, accurately, and in line with applicable regulations.

To be considered, candidates must hold an appropriate three-year diploma or degree, coupled with relevant experience in financial management. In addition, applicants need appropriate supervisory experience, since the position entails overseeing subordinates and coordinating the work of others. The inherent requirements include a valid Code B or EB driver's licence, a willingness to travel, and a readiness to support clinics within the sub-district, reflecting the outreach nature of the role across the health district.

The core duties are broad and revolve around the full financial administration function. This includes managing expenditure, controlling assets and liabilities, verifying and authorising debt accounts, and following up on outstanding amounts. The incumbent will draw and monitor expenditure reports, authorise payments on the LOGIS and BAS systems, and ensure that all transactions are allocated to the correct SCOA codes. Beyond day-to-day processing, the senior officer is responsible for supervising supply chain management and asset administration, which means applying efficient procurement processes, managing contracts, and maintaining effective control over the ordering and purchasing of goods and services. The role also demands strong compliance work, specifically the execution of controls and the timely, accurate reporting on financial statements, asset disclosure, inventories, and financial and supply chain management indicators. Additionally, the officer must manage subordinates effectively, provide support to the supervisor, and be ready to take on ad hoc oversight of revenue management when required.

Ideal candidates will possess organisational leadership skills and a natural aptitude for working with financial figures. Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office is essential, as is practical knowledge of the LOGIS and BAS systems. A sound understanding of applicable policies such as the Public Finance Management Act, the AO System, financial delegations and instructions, and the National Treasury Regulations is also necessary. Given the demands of a hospital environment, the ability to work independently under pressure, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines is critical hopping. This position is well-suited to a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on operational control. The post offers a stable public-service career with annual salary and service benefits, and it is located in a coastal district hospital serving a broad community.