Ombud For Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud) Finance Administrator (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract) Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud) was established by the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, 37 of 2002. Its core objective is to handle complaints in a fair, informal, economical, and quick manner, always considering what is equitable in the circumstances.

This is an opportunity for a Finance Administrator to join the FAIS Ombud team in Pretoria on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is vital for maintaining accurate and complete accounting records, ensuring smooth financial operations within the organisation.

The Finance Administrator will be responsible for managing financial records, including cashbook, general ledger, sub-ledgers, and reconciliations. They will also contribute to the preparation of trial balances and annual financial statements, along with providing explanations for report items.

Minimum Requirements

• National Senior Certificate/ Grade 12
• B.Com Degree in Finance (NQF Level 7) or a related qualification
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in a Finance environment
• Knowledge of:
• Supply Chain Management
• Project Management
• GRAP
• VAT Legislation
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• National Treasury reporting templates
• Budgeting
• Previous experience in public entities
• Demonstrated skills and attributes:
• Computer Skills
• Conflict Management
• Creative Thinking
• Organisational Awareness
• Planning and Organising
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving
• Records Management
• Report Writing
• Stakeholder Management
• Values and Ethics
• Valuing Diversity

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Administration:
• Prepare and load supplier payments weekly for approval.
• Capture supplier invoices, general ledger journals, and cashbook batches on the Sage 300 system.
• Issue and reconcile petty cash.
• Asset Management:
• Maintain the fixed assets register by capturing asset transactions (additions, disposals, etc.).
• Perform asset verifications.
• Reconciliations:
• Assist with the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Audit and Compliance:
• Assist with the preparation of audit files.
• Provide audit documentation and respond to audit inquiries.
• General Administration:
• Assist in ensuring that supplier invoices are paid within 30 days.
• Manage pool car bookings and ensure the logbook is filled accurately and completely.

How to Apply

• Visit the official FAIS Ombud careers portal.
• Locate the "Finance Administrator (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)" vacancy.
• Follow the instructions on the portal to complete your application.

Apply Here: https://faisombudjobs.mcidirecthire.com/

Application Deadline: 18 August 2026