Finance Analyst - Financial Information (Level 8), Cape Town Office

CapeNature; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental organization in South Africa is looking for a Financial Officer to support the Finance Manager in budget management and financial reporting. The ideal candidate holds a postgraduate qualification in Financial Accounting and has significant experience in drafting financial statements and managing budgets. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for this role, which also offers comprehensive benefits including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave

Comprehensive benefits linked to Pension Fund

Staff discounts on accommodation

Opportunities for career progression

Access to wellness partner services

Qualifications

• Completed SAICA articles or 5 years’ experience with an accounting firm.
• 3-5 years’ experience with drafting financial statements.
• Bilingual in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Assist in budget management and monitoring.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Engage with stakeholders and assist with regulatory audits.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint

Good analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Financial Accounting (BCom Honours or similar)

Tools

CaseWare

Sage Intacct

Job description

The primary purpose of this role will be to support the Finance Manager: Financial Information with the development, monitoring and analysis of the organization's budgeting and reporting processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Entity Budget Management

• Assist and facilitate workshops/meetings to research budget holders’ requirements,
• Understand the business needs and its impact on budgets.
• Analyse budgets and budget holder requirements
• Obtain and validate historical data to utilise financial modelling to base the budgets and provide forecasts of expected performance.
• Prepare budget templates and consolidate completed budget templates for the entity.
• Finalise budgets for MTEC submission.
• Monitor budget holders use of cost centres monthly.
• Prepare and implement the virements process.

Internal and External Financial Reporting

• Preparation of monthly management accounts for decision making
• Preparation of monthly and ad-hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Assist in the preparation of the annual and interim financial statements.
• Analyse the latest relevant GRAP standards and its impact on the annual financial statements.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc regulatory financial reports

Stakeholder Engagement

• Assistance with annual regulatory audits and externally funded audits
• Presentations to management when necessary
• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders in respect of financial reporting and budget management
• Finance service desk monitoring and issue resolution timeously
• Financial system dashboard creation, monitoring and reporting timeously
• Coaching trainee accountants/ junior staff to understand and implement financial processes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Postgraduate qualification in Financial Accounting (BCom Honours or similar)
• Completed SAICA articles or 5 years’ experience with an accounting firm (other than AGSA)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• 3-5 years’ experience with drafting financial statements in CaseWare
• A valid driver’s license and own transport is essential
• Bilingual in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Post articles experience at a small medium accounting firm would be advantageous
• Completed ITC exams would be advantageous
• Sage Intacct or similar ERP practical knowledge would be advantageous

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and working understanding of the MTEF process
• Knowledge and working understanding of GRAP Reporting Framework
• Knowledge and working understanding of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
• Excellent interpersonal, writing and communication, planning and organizational skills
• Adaptability is a key requirement
• Ability to thrive in a multi-faceted environment
• Good Analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and tight deadlines being met
• Ability to function independently and within a team
• Strong analytical and strategic skills
• Sound interpersonal, communication and people management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Good project planning and organizing skills
• Ability to function independently and within a team
• No criminal record

AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY:

• 24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle.
• Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for CapeNature employees.
• Staff discounts of up to 50% on CapeNature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape.
• Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal CapeNature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines.
• Free access to CapeNature’s Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and
• The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future.

Kindly Note:

“*Remuneration negotiable within the range provided, depending on current remuneration package.

Kindly note that it is encouraged to become a member of the CapeNature Pension Fund. In the event that you are an existing member of Medical Aid you are required to provide a copy of such membership before the commencement of your employment with CapeNature.

Apply online at https://capenature.simplify.hr/

Closing Date: 27 August 2025