Senior Financial Data Analyst

Duties/Pligte

Financial data analysis and planning

• Developing and maintaining financial models for internal and external bursaries with the objective of forecasting and ensuring sustainability.

• Performing reconciliations on internal and external funds received and disbursed.

• Conducting a full audit of the operations on the environment to identify risks and anomalies to initiate corrective measures.

Strategic participation

• Participating in strategic planning session and implementing strategic initiatives.

• Preparing, maintaining and sharing data to support strategic decisions, including but not limited to, funding, processes and policies.

• Benchmarking current processes and models against other universities and providing input to the processes of Student Finances.

Process ownership

• Taking ownership of the processes of Student Finances and ensuring that processes are documented and improvements are initiated and implemented.

• Assisting with audits and ensuring that information is provided and queries are resolved promptly.

• Assisting the Student Finance Division with data capturing, collection and reporting tasks.

• Providing input to the development of new systems or system enhancements to ensure adherence to audit and other requirements.

Standard Operating Procedures

• Adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures of the Student Finances Division.

• Effectively logging new information or changes on SharePoint.

• Effective and timely review of SharePoint announcements for changes/new information.

• Identifying and notifying the line manager of clients' challenges, complaints, and compliments.

Stakeholder relationships

• Maintaining excellent, effective and positive relationships with relevant stakeholders.

• Maintaining professional and supportive internal relations within Student Finances that is conducive to positive team cohesion.

Operational support

• Providing data insight to improve the service offering and contributing to enhanced student experience.

• Conducting operational data collection and analysis to support operational decision-making and reporting.

• Preparing, attending and presenting at committee meetings and other engagements.

Job Requirements

• Honours degree (NQF 8) or equivalent in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field.

• At least five years' previous experience in financial planning and analysis, data analysis, or a similar role.

• Experience in interpreting and creating financial models and recent accounting practices.

• Proven abilities to plan, organise and prioritise.

• Proven complex operational problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Communication skills.

• Advanced computer skills.

Recommendation

• Experience in a similar environment.

• Experience in or knowledge of Stellenbosch University's financial and other applicable systems.

Deadline:3rd November, 2026