Administrative Officer: Finance/ Admin | Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
Job Location : Western Cape,
Deadline : January 09, 2026
About the Role
The Administrative Officer drives operational excellence by managing high-RPM financial data and ensuring 100% compliance with the Public Finance Management Act. Utilizing Oracle for financial consolidation and ServiceNow for workflow tracking, the officer mitigates operational risk in departmental spending. Their leadership is pivotal for leveraging data-driven insights to optimize public resources and ensure the administrative integrity of health services.
- Appropriate experience of clinical procedures/services in various clinical disciplines. Appropriate ICD10 coding experience.
- Clinical auditing of patient accounts in compliance with the Uniform Patient Fees Structure and relevant financial prescripts. Ensure that all prosthesis, high-cost consumables and high-cost pharmaceuticals are charged timeously.
- Complete prosthesis/high cost consumable forms when necessary for billing purposes. Provide estimations and interact with clinical personnel with regards to clinical procedures.
- Handle queries including 3rd party queries. Ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of policy, protocols and hospital procedures in respect of H2, H3 and Private patients (externally funded patients).
- Assist Case Manager with clinical updates, assign ICD10 codes, obtain authorisation and liaise with the Medical Schemes. Query codes as needed to obtain clarification of charted documentation to accurately assign ICD10 codes Actively participates in training of ICD10 coders. Ensure compliance of coding rules and regulations. Compile and submit statistics on a weekly/monthly basis. Work as a team to me
- Proven training in Anatomy and Physiology or a Nursing/clinical background. Knowledge of Prosthetic Devices and High-Cost Consumables. Knowledge of a patient fees tariff structure. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to act independently, objectively and with confidence. Computer literate Ability to work under pressure, handle a high work volume and meet strict deadlines.
- Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/or Accountancy as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with appropriate experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) of the post.
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment.
- R 325 101 per annum – R 382 959 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer’s contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
Career Growth & Education
A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Public Management is required, with career growth accelerated by mastering public sector auditing and financial reporting. Advancement leads to Senior Administrative Officer or Finance Director roles within the public sector. Pursuing executive leadership bootcamps and obtaining certifications in digital transformation through professional platforms provides a path to senior roles in global urban development.
Salary & Financial Insight
Monthly salaries range from R22,000 to R35,000, reflecting the technical and regulatory nature of public sector finance. High-potential officers should prioritize professional wealth management and offshore investment diversification to protect their long-term capital growth.
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