Senior Finance Administrator

SUMMARY:
SENIOR FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR
Location: Komatipoort and surrounding areas, Mpumalanga

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS: 
- Qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 7+ years’ experience in finance and office administration.
- Willingness to relocate.
 
ROLE OVERVIEW: 
The Senior Finance Administration Manager drives all financial and admin functions, ensuring compliance, accurate reporting, payroll, and budgeting. The role requires a highly organised, detail-focused professional with strong accounting skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and excellent communication.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in finance and office administration.
• Proven knowledge of accounting software.
• Advanced computer literacy, including strong proficiency in MS Excel.
• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow, and management accounts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with strong grammar and professional writing ability.

• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and organisational skills.
• Strong multitasking ability and capacity to work independently as well as part of a management team.
• Trustworthy and ethical.
• Proactive and reliable.
• Problem solver.

• Financial Management:
  • Developed, implemented, and maintained effective financial policies and procedures in line with statutory standards.
  • Compiled cost reports, analysed variances, and provided recommendations for cost efficiency.
  • Partnered with the external accounting firm and General Manager to manage annual budgeting and forecasting.
  • Prepared and distributed detailed monthly management accounts.
  • Managed supplier payments and approvals.
  • Performed debtors’ age analysis, provided debt management advice, and distributed levy statements.
  • Administered payroll, including salaries, UIF, PAYE, and employee-related costs.
  • Issued levy clearance certificates.
  • Reconciled utility meter readings and billing.
  • Maintained accurate bookkeeping and record-keeping.
  • Supported annual financial statement preparation and audits.
• Administration and Compliance:
  • Ensured company registration and compliance with all relevant statutory bodies.
  • Organised AGMs, SGMs, Board, and Committee meetings, including preparation, attendance, and minute-taking.
  • Arranged and renewed liability and common property insurance annually.
  • Provided accurate financial and administrative reports to the General Manager on a weekly and monthly basis.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant legislation, including the Community Schemes Ombud Service Act.
  • Coordinated Board and Committee meeting preparation, briefings, and debriefs.
  • Collaborated with external HR partners to support industrial relations and staff administration.
  • Reviewed, developed, and implemented organisational policies and procedures.
• General Administration:
  • Oversaw office operations, procurement, and asset management.
  • Maintained accurate staff records, leave management, and HR-related documentation.
  • Supported management with audits, financial planning, and operational decision-making.
  • Ensured accuracy, attention to detail, and effective time management across all areas.