University of The Free State
Full job description
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Finance
Contract Type
Contract
Occupational Level
Temporary
Location
Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
25/3/2026
Description
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
Duties and responsibilities:
Gain exposure and perform the following tasks:
Process transactions on PeopleSoft.
Capture data.
Journalise rectifications/changes to accounts/entities.
Manage accounts and general enquiries.
Inherent requirements:
A bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7 in the field of accounting.
The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates:
Should not currently be participating in an existing learnership/internship programme.
Must not have any formal work experience.
Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
Must be willing to sign an internship agreement with UFS.
If studying, no classes to be attended during office hours.
Recommendations:
Sound knowledge of general accounting.
Good computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
Communication and people skills, with the ability to work well with students and colleagues.
Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated:
The ability to maintain composure and self-control.
The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• Strategic Thinking:
The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
• Business Acumen:
The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible
Closing date:
25 March 2026
Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or emailJardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813 / 9848 for assistance.
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.