Senior Financial Data Analyst

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Overview This role at Stellenbosch University is for a Senior Financial Data Analyst within the Student Finances Division. The position involves comprehensive financial data analysis, planning, and strategic participation, with a focus on forecasting, sustainability, and process improvement. The successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining stakeholder relationships and providing operational support. What you will do * Develop and maintain financial models for internal and external bursaries with the objective of forecasting and ensuring sustainability. * Perform reconciliations on internal and external funds received and disbursed. * Conduct a full audit of the operations on the environment to identify risks and anomalies to initiate corrective measures. * Participate in strategic planning sessions and implement strategic initiatives. * Prepare, maintain, and share data to support strategic decisions, including but not limited to, funding, processes, and policies. * Benchmark current processes and models against other universities and provide input to the processes of Student Finances. * Take ownership of the processes of Student Finances and ensure that processes are documented and improvements are initiated and implemented. * Assist with audits and ensure that information is provided and queries are resolved promptly. * Assist the Student Finance Division with data capturing, collection, and reporting tasks. * Provide input to the development of new systems or system enhancements to ensure adherence to audit and other requirements. * Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures of the Student Finances Division. * Effectively log new information or changes on SharePoint. * Effectively and timely review SharePoint announcements for changes/new information. * Identify and notify the line manager of clients' challenges, complaints, and compliments. * Maintain excellent, effective, and positive relationships with relevant stakeholders. * Maintain professional and supportive internal relations within Student Finances that are conducive to positive team cohesion. * Provide data insight to improve the service offering and contribute to enhanced student experience. * Conduct operational data collection and analysis to support operational decision-making and reporting. * Prepare, attend, and present at committee meetings and other engagements. Requirements (from the original advert) * 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. Who should apply An individual with an Honours degree (or equivalent) in a finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or related field, possessing at least five years of experience in financial planning and analysis or data analysis. The ideal candidate should have experience with financial models, recent accounting practices, and demonstrate strong abilities in planning, organisation, prioritisation, complex problem-solving, and decision-making. Excellent communication skills and advanced computer proficiency are essential for this role. Deadline 3rd November, 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-financial-data-analyst-stellenbosch-university Source: myjobmag

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