ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FINANCE

This position plays a key support role within the finance section of Wesfleur Hospital, which forms part of the Metro Health Services directorate in the Western Cape. As an Administration Clerk focused on finance, the incumbent will be responsible for a range of financial administration tasks that keep the hospital’s accounts accurate and compliant with provincial and national regulations. The role requires a systematic, detail-oriented individual who can work independently and take ownership of financial processes. Because the hospital environment demands strict financial controls, the clerk will need to understand and apply relevant legislation and use the specific financial systems adopted by the public health sector.

To be considered for this post, applicants must have a Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification, with Mathematics and/or Accountancy as a passed subject. Alternatively, a Senior Certificate combined with relevant experience or competencies that directly address the key performance areas of the post will also be accepted. This flexibility ensures that candidates with practical financial experience, rather than only formal academic credentials, can apply. In addition, appropriate experience in financial management within a hospital environment is required. This is essential because the role involves dealing with hospital-specific financial workflows, including supplier accounts and sundry accounts. A working knowledge of the Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) is expected, as is practical familiarity with the LOGIS and BAS systems used for procurement and financial recording in the public sector. The successful candidate must also be computer literate, with solid numeracy skills, and possess good interpersonal and communication abilities. The ability to accept accountability and responsibility, and to work without direct supervision, is a critical competency for this post.

The core duties of the Administration Clerk: Finance revolve around the accurate processing and reconciliation of financial transactions. The clerk will capture invoices, meaning that every supplier claim must be entered correctly and timeously into the financial system. In addition, the position involves capturing and pre-authorising payments, which requires checking that payments are legitimate, correctly coded, and comply with delegated authority levels. Supplier account reconciliation is another day-to-day responsibility; this means comparing the hospital’s records with supplier statements, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring that outstanding balances are correct. The clerk also performs financial administration for sundry accounts, which covers various miscellaneous income and expenditure items that do not fall under main supplier contracts. Finally, the post includes maintaining financial records and filing management, ensuring that all documentation is properly organised, accessible, and retained in line with record-keeping policies.

There are a few notable conditions attached to this vacancy. The employer does not require any payment of any kind when applying for the post, so applicants should be wary of any request for money. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo a competency test as part of the selection process, which will assess their practical skills and knowledge relevant to the role. Enquiries about the position can be directed to the named contact person at Wesfleur Hospital, as per the official advertisement.