Financial Systems Specialist

2 weeks ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Durban University of Technology Full time R1 000 000 - R2 500 000 per year

FINANCE

Post: Financial Systems Specialist
Reference Number:

Purpose of the Job

To provide functional and technical support for financial systems by empowering users, enhancing business processes, and maintaining the integrity of the ERP system. The incumbent will support system implementation, optimization, and compliance, ensuring that financial information is reliable and accessible across the institution.

Minimum Requirements

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Finance or Commerce with ERP system certification, OR
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management, Database Design/Implementation, or ERP Administration, OR
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or IT with postgraduate certificates in Financial Management and Project Management
  • 5–8 years' experience in a financial environment, including 3 years on an ERP Financial Module (FI)
  • Supervisory experience will be an advantage
  • Knowledge of the Higher Education sector and its financial systems will be an advantage
  • Legal Requirement:
    • SAP Certification

Key Competencies

  • Proven background in accounting and financial processes
  • Strong understanding of ERP systems, relational databases, and reporting tools
  • Advanced MS Excel skills, including VBA
  • Knowledge of ICT Governance, Project Management, and Change Control standards
  • Understanding of financial legislation, the Higher Education Act, and public funding principles
  • Familiarity with database design, data structures, and system integration
  • Ability to support and train users while driving process improvement

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of Financial Systems strategy and ERP solutions
  • Translate user requirements into system design and implementation plans
  • Support ERP configuration, testing, and user acceptance processes
  • Manage transactions and month-end closures within ERP systems
  • Provide system training, maintenance, and troubleshooting for users
  • Ensure compliance with ICT governance, project management, and change control procedures
  • Liaise with ICTS to resolve technical and data-related issues
  • Retrieve and manage historical data from legacy systems
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to financial system operations
  • Ensure compliance with statutory and reporting requirements
  • Support the month-end reconciliation process and ensure accurate reporting

Additional Information

  • The position may require extended working hours during peak reporting or implementation periods

Salary: Market related  

Contact Person: Mr. Viko Mazwi 

Status of Position: Permanent  

Applications should include: 

  • A fully completed prescribed application form (available at ) 
  • A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields) 
  • Cover Letter 
  • Copies of all relevant academic records and certificates 
  • ID Copy 
  • Matric Certificate 
  • Current contactable referees 


Please note: 

The University reserves the right not to appoint. 

While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University's Equity Plan. 

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