About the Job

The Finance Manager is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day finance function of the organisation, ensuring sound financial stewardship, strong governance, statutory compliance and high-quality financial reporting across all programmes and funding streams.

The role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, effective budget management and robust internal controls. The Finance Manager partners closely with Programme Managers, Grants Officer, the Business Development team and Executive Management to support informed decision-making, organisational sustainability and the successful delivery of donor-funded programmes.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting

Financial Planning & Analysis

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

Audit & Assurance

Systems & Process Improvement

Leadership & People Management

Business Partnering

Requirements
Qualifications

Essential: Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Accounting or Business Management.

Desirable: Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or CTA together with a BCom Honours/BCom Accounting or equivalent finance qualification with significant relevant experience.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years' progressive finance experience.

At least 3 years in a finance management role.

Demonstrated experience within an NGO or donor-funded environment.

Proven experience managing multiple donor-funded grants simultaneously.

Experience preparing donor financial reports and donor budgets.

Experience managing statutory and donor audits.

Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.

Experience strengthening financial systems and internal controls.

Technical Skills

Financial accounting and reporting.

Fund accounting and project costing.

Budgeting and forecasting.

Financial planning and analysis.

Cash flow forecasting and treasury management.

Financial modelling.

Advanced Microsoft Excel.

Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.

Power BI or similar reporting tools (desirable).

Tax and statutory compliance.

Internal controls and financial risk management.

Additional Requirements

Willingness to travel when required.

Flexibility to meet organisational priorities outside normal office hours where necessary.

Please send your resume/CV