Senior Administrative Officer: Finance (Permanent position)

This permanent Senior Administrative Officer: Finance post is based at Citrusdal Hospital in the Cederberg Sub-district of the West Coast District, where the successful candidate will take charge of the facility’s financial and supply chain administration. Operating within a public sector health environment, the role is central to ensuring that all financial processes run smoothly, transparently and in line with legislative requirements. The position carries significant responsibility for the overall management of supply chain management functions, including inventory control, warehouse management and asset management. It also involves preparing accurate and time-sensitive reports and contributing to the compilation of interim and annual financial statements, making this a key role for maintaining the hospital’s financial integrity and accountability.

To be considered for this post, applicants must hold an appropriate three-year tertiary diploma or degree. They need substantial practical experience in supply chain management, finance, revenue and patient administration, along with proven supervisory experience. Hands-on knowledge of the BAS, LOGIS, Clinicom and account receivables systems is essential, as is experience in budget and expenditure control, managing assets and liabilities accounts, and administering the procurement of goods and services, warehouse operations and asset management. A valid Code B or EB driver’s licence is required, and candidates must be willing to travel within the West Coast District as part of their duties.

The core duties are broad and demanding. The post holder will be responsible for authorising BAS and Logis payments, supervising the clearance of asset and liability accounts, managing sundry payments, and monitoring budgeting versus expenditure. They will also oversee financial management processes such as creditor payments, journals, SCOA and BMI management, and ensure that all revenue-related monthly reporting is completed accurately and on time, including authorising revenue transactions. Contract management support for supply chain and finance functions forms part of the role, as does ensuring sound labour practices are implemented and upheld. Strong organisational, managerial and leadership skills are essential, along with an aptitude for working with financial figures and the ability to motivate a team. The successful candidate must be computer literate in the Microsoft package and have a thorough knowledge of the PFMA, financial instructions, national and provincial treasury regulations, the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, and the Accounting Officer System. Good verbal and written communication skills are also required.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a practical test as part of the selection process. Importantly, no payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. The position offers a competitive annual salary plus service benefits, including a 13th cheque, pension fund contributions, and allowances for housing and medical aid. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking to apply their skills in a challenging yet rewarding public health environment.