About the Role
The Department of Health is looking for a dedicated Administration Clerk: Finance to join their team at New Somerset Hospital in Cape Town. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the financial operations of the hospital run smoothly and effectively. By managing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records, you will help support the healthcare services that the community relies on. Your work will directly impact the quality of care provided to patients, showcasing the important connection between finance and public service.
In this position, you will be responsible for capturing and processing Logis and BAS payments, confirming the accuracy of documentation, and resolving queries from suppliers and management. Your contributions will not only ensure compliance with financial regulations but also promote a well-functioning environment where healthcare professionals can focus on delivering essential services to the public. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to all South Africans. Its mandate encompasses the management of healthcare facilities, the promotion of health initiatives, and the development of policies aimed at improving public health outcomes. Working in this department means being part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the health and well-being of communities across the nation.
As part of the Department of Health, you will find yourself in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and the continuous enhancement of healthcare services. Each role within the department plays an integral part in achieving the broader mission of health equity and accessibility for all citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Capture and process Logis and BAS payments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Confirm the validity and completeness of payment documentation.
- Batch and file supporting financial documents for easy retrieval.
- Address and resolve supplier and management queries promptly.
- Reconcile creditor statements on a monthly basis and manage remittance of payments.
- Monitor and clear asset and liability accounts while reporting monthly.
- Process journals to rectify incorrect expenditures.
- Allocate expenditures according to the correct Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA).
- Provide assistance and support within the Finance and Supply Chain Management components.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics or Accountancy as a passed subject, or relevant experience focusing on the role’s Key Performance Areas (KRA).
- Appropriate experience in Financial Management, particularly in Creditor Management and Asset & Liability Accounting.
- Willingness to work overtime as required.
- Proficiency in computer literacy and numerical skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply financial policies effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and systematic thinking capabilities.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics or Accountancy as a passed subject or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KRA’s) of the post.Experience: Appropriate Experience in Financial Management, specifically focused on Creditor Management and Asset & Liability Accounting.
Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work overtime when required.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy.
Numerical skills.
Ability to interpret and apply policies.
Systematic thinking and attention to detail.
Job Duties
Capturing and processing of Logis and BAS payments on receipt and in compliance to the PFMA, NTR’s, PTI’s and Departmental Finance Instructions and Circulars.Confirming accuracy, completeness and validity of payment supporting documentation.
Batching and filing of supporting documentation.
Timeous resolution of supplier and management queries.
Reconciliation of Creditors’ Statements monthly and remittance of payments made.
Monitoring and clearing of Asset and Liability accounts reporting on a monthly basis.
Processing of Journals to correct incorrect expenditure.
Allocation of expenditure according to the correct SCOA.
Provide assistance and support within the Finance and Supply Chain Management components.
