• Full Time
  • Cape Town, South Africa

Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is a government department responsible for providing public healthcare to the people of the Western Cape province in South Africa.

Senior Administrative Officer: Finance (Sundry Creditors)

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: Bachelors, Higher National Certificate, National Certificate
  • Experience: A minimum of appropriate experience in finance, focusing on the key performance areas of the post. Relevant working experience and skills in BAS (Basic Accounting System), LOGIS, or other financial systems, and PERSAL.
  • Location: Western Cape
  • Job Field: Administration / Secretarial, Finance / Accounting / Audit

Minimum Educational Qualification

An appropriate three-year National Diploma or Degree.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills)

  • Knowledge and skills in financial systems, processes, procedures, and legal frameworks such as the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations (NTRs).
  • Understanding of BAS, PERSAL, and LOGIS systems.
  • Knowledge of Annual Financial Statements, budgets, expenditure, and suspense accounts.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Ability to apply the Disciplinary Code.
  • Skills to analyze problems and find solutions.
  • In-depth knowledge of Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA) codes and reports on LOGIS/BAS.
  • Good leadership and management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and independently.
  • Supervisory experience.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs)

  • Support the Assistant Director: Finance in achieving the hospital’s strategic goals.
  • Manage the Creditors section effectively to meet its targets.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting for the Annual Financial Statements.
  • Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with financial policies, regulations, and public sector instructions.
  • Conduct quarterly evaluations and provide training to staff.
  • Authorize transactions on LOGIS and BAS.
  • Manage staff performance and development.
  • Handle computer systems like LOGIS and BAS effectively.
  • Maintain and clear Assets and Liabilities accounts.
  • Manage and maintain debtor accounts.

Closing Date: 6 February 2026 at 17:00

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