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Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that … read morehigher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Since its establishment in 2005, and under the bold and visionary leadership of its first Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ihron Rensburg, the University has had a remarkable journey with major accomplishments in transformation, equity, access, and Pan African and global excellence. The vision of the UJ is to be "an international University of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future". The mission can be described as follows: "inspiring its community to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collaborative pursuit of knowledge". These are underpinned by four values, namely: imagination, conversation, regeneration and ethical foundation. The six strategic objectives provide a focused means for realising the Vision, Mission and Values of the University as set out above. They further represent a re-working of the original UJ Strategic Thrusts 2020 in the context of a wider positioning of the University as "The Pan-African" Centre for Critical Intellectual Inquiry, with the primary goal of achieving global excellence and stature. The six strategic objectives are: Excellence in Research and Innovation. Excellence in Teaching and Learning. An International Profile for Global Excellence and Stature. Enriching Student-Friendly Learning and Living Experience. Active National and Global Reputation Management, and Fitness for Global Excellence and Stature (GES). Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Description:
The Senior Manager: Student Finance is responsible for the strategic and operational management of student fees, accounts receivable and financial aid functions across assigned campuses. The role ensures the integrity, accuracy and completeness of student financial information, while driving effective revenue management, debt collection strategies and compliance with institutional policies and legislative requirements.
This position provides leadership to multiple teams, plays a key role in stakeholder engagement, and contributes to the achievement of the University’s financial sustainability objectives.
Responsibilities:
Provide strategic and operational leadership in the management of student fees, accounts receivable and financial aid functions.
Ensure accurate billing, allocation and reconciliation of student fees, bursaries, NSFAS and other funding streams.
Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of student fee payment plans and credit control strategies.
Manage debtor processes, including statements, acknowledgements of debt, write-offs and handovers.
Oversee the administration and reconciliation of bursary funding, sponsor accounts and control accounts.
Compile and manage budgets, forecasts and financial reports relating to student finance and revenue streams.
Ensure compliance with university policies, governance frameworks, audit requirements and relevant legislation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including faculties, service providers, sponsors and government entities.
Lead, manage, develop and motivate staff to deliver high-quality, customer-focused services.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and systems enhancements to strengthen data integrity and reporting.
Minimum requirements
A Postgraduate Degree qualification in Accounting or Finance (NQF 8).
Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in an Accounts Receivable or Student Finance environment.
Proven managerial experience.
Sound knowledge of accounting and financial management principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
Candidate should be prepared to be based on various UJ campuses.
Recommendations:
Experience within a higher education or research environment will be a strong advantage.
Proven experience working on ITS.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
High level of financial acumen and attention to detail.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Strong sense of accountability, integrity and commitment to good governance.
Deadline:24th April,2026
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