Financial Administrator | ADvTECH Careers South Africa

March 15, 2026 admin ADvTECH 0

Location: Sunningdale, Western Cape, South Africa
Company: ADvTECH
Division: Elkanah House – High School
Position: Financial Administrator
Job Type: Permanent
Minimum Experience: Entry Level
Industry: Education Management / Finance

About ADvTECH

ADvTECH is a leading private education provider in South Africa, committed to developing human capacity and providing high-quality education. The group offers structured career paths, professional development, and exposure to modern financial and administrative processes within schools.

Position Overview

The Financial Administrator reports directly to the Campus Bursar and is responsible for finance administration, procurement, and accounts payable. The role ensures accurate expense allocations, compliance with financial procedures, and timely processing of procurement requests to support the school’s operations efficiently.

This position suits individuals with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and experience in finance or procurement within an educational or corporate setting.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Administration & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with financial processes, internal controls, and policies
  • Provide administrative support to campus bursars, principals, staff, and brand finance
  • Assist with Group Shared Services (GSS) and finance admin projects as required

Procurement & Accounts Payable

  • Plan and schedule procurement aligned to school requirements
  • Track and manage procurement requests from receipt to payment
  • Submit procurement requests within 24 hours on the centralized procurement portal
  • Assign correct GL/procurement categories and fixed asset groups
  • Compile vendor applications and updates, and maintain records on SharePoint
  • Monitor and follow up on purchase orders, delivery notes, and goods receipts
  • Process returns to vendors as approved
  • Resolve procurement and account payable queries efficiently
  • Provide bursars with accruals listing for goods/services received

Reporting & Collaboration

  • Maintain accurate records of all procurement and accounts payable activities
  • Liaise with staff, suppliers, and GSS to ensure timely resolution of issues
  • Support bursars in financial reporting and reconciliations

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum Grade 12
  • 3–5 years’ experience in a finance administrator or similar role
  • Accounting knowledge is preferable
  • Proficiency in computer literacy and Microsoft Office suite

Key Competencies & Attributes

  • Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compliance-focused with understanding of financial policies and procedures
  • Self-motivated and proactive in resolving queries and tasks

Why Join ADvTECH

  • Work in a structured, professional, and supportive school environment
  • Contribute to the financial efficiency of a leading education institution
  • Opportunity for career development and exposure to Group Shared Services
  • Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to education and operational excellence

POPIA Compliance

All applications are processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), ensuring confidentiality and security of applicant data.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter highlighting your finance administration and procurement experience. Applications should clearly demonstrate your suitability for the Financial Administrator role at ADvTECH.

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