Finance Officer - Charity Sector

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Impactful NGO work

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a vital non-profit in Gauteng serving Soweto, seeks a diligent Finance Officer to manage financial operations and ensure fiscal health for the organisation.

Role involves maintaining records, processing transactions, producing reports, and assisting with budgeting and audits; salary is competitive and remote work options are offered to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Finance Officer or in a similar role in non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in Sage, QuickBooks and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records including payables and receivables.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions promptly.
• Prepare regular financial statements, management reports, and budget variance analyses.
• Assist with annual budgets and year-end audits.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations for charities.
• Manage bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Support program managers with financial queries and budget monitoring.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to detail

Budgeting

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a vital non-profit organization serving the Gauteng region, is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Finance Officer to manage its financial operations. This role is essential for ensuring the fiscal health and accountability of the organization, supporting its mission to serve the community in areas like Soweto . You will be responsible for maintaining financial records, processing transactions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and auditing processes. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background and a commitment to supporting the non-profit sector. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the financial stability of critical community services.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions in a timely manner.
• Prepare regular financial statements, management reports, and budget variance analyses.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and year-end financial audits.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting standards for charities.
• Manage bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Support program managers with financial queries and budget monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Finance Officer or in a similar accounting role, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with the financial landscape relevant to charities in Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of a respected non-profit.
• Professional development opportunities in financial management.
• Flexible remote working arrangement.
• Be part of an organization making a significant positive impact in Soweto and surrounding areas.