Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
My client currently seeks an experienced Finance Manager to join their team for a unique opportunity

POSITION INFO:

My client currently seeks an experienced Finance Manager to join their team for a unique opportunity to combine your financial expertise with impact.
This role seeks a versatile and detail-oriented Finance Manager to take ownership of financial operations of both their non-profit organisations and associated for-profit entities. Bring your strong technical expertise and ability to manage the complexities of the donor-funded space, still calling for commercially minded focus. Role is supported by a finance team you'll lead and manage to ensure delivery and continuous improvement. If this speaks to you, let's chat!

Why join this team?

• Work across a unique mix of NPO and commercial environments
• Partner with leadership to influence strategic financial decisions
• Gain exposure to multi-entity operations and diverse funding structures
• Contribute to a purpose-driven environment while maintaining commercial discipline
• Be part of a collaborative team that values continuous learning and innovation

What you will be doing:

• Act as a strategic financial partner to leadership, supporting long-term sustainability
• Prepare and manage financial statements including income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports
• Develop, monitor and track budgets and forecasts aligned with organisational goals
• Manage grants, donations and funding compliance, including donor reporting
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, collections and donation tracking
• Ensure tax compliance across NPO and for-profit entities
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements including SARS Section 30 and 18A
• Oversee payroll processing, tax withholdings and benefits administration
• Prepare for and support audit processes
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial governance practices
• Manage insurance and related administrative requirements
• Handle company secretarial duties, statutory records and board reporting
• Monitor and report on financial performance across multiple entities
• Lead and develop a small finance team, driving accountability and performance

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or equivalent
• 5-10 years relevant finance experience
• Completed SAICA articles / SAIPA or CIMA accreditation advantageous
• Experience engaging with auditors and tax authorities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong working knowledge of Sage products
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Benefits and unique aspects:

• Exposure to both NPO and for-profit financial environments
• Opportunity to influence strategy at leadership level
• Involvement in multi-entity reporting and decision-making
• Work with modern financial systems and tools
• Opportunity to lead and develop a finance team

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