Finance Team Leader

The Bible Society of South Africa; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization focused on providing access to Bibles is seeking a financial manager to oversee finance management and administration. The ideal candidate should hold a BCom Accounting degree, have at least five years of leadership experience, and be proficient in MS Office and accounting systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. Applications close on 21 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Degree: BCom Accounting or equivalent.
• Completed Articles with an Audit / Accounting company.
• Relevant experience in Management and Leadership.
• At least five years’ experience in a leadership role within Accounting.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office and relevant Accounting systems.
• Practical knowledge of computer networks, systems and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of relevant financial legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Effective management and administration of BSSA’s finances.
• Ensure adherence to financial legislations and regulations.

Skills

Financial problem-solving

Numerical and analytical skills

Computer skills (MS Office & Accounting packages)

Verbal and written communication skills (English & Afrikaans)

Project management skills

Leadership and management skills

Planning and organisational skills

Education

BCom Accounting / SAICA / SAIPA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Head Office - Western Cape (Bellville)

The Bible Society of South Africa NPC (BSSA) has been translating, publishing and distributing Bibles

in South Africa since 1820. The Bible Society of South Africa’s mission is to provide

affordable Bibles for everyone, in their own language and in suitable formats,

so that all may experience the life-giving message of the Word.

The abovementioned full-time career opportunity is currently available at the BSSA. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, detail-oriented and strong problem solver who can work in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for the effective management and administration of BSSA’s finances by ensuring that the BSSA adheres to all relevant Financial legislations and regulations.

Requirements

• Tertiary Degree: BCom Accounting / SAICA / SAIPA
• Completed Articles with an Audit / Accounting company
• Relevant experience in Management and Leadership
• At least five years’ experience in a leadership role within Accounting
• Advanced knowledge MS Office and relevant Accounting systems
• Practical knowledge of computer networks, systems and infrastructure
• Knowledge of relevant financial legislation and regulations

Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to motivate staff
• Leadership
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Ethics and professionalism
• Financial Acumen
• Can handle information confidentially
• Deadline-driven and time-bound

Skills

• Identification of financial problem areas and solving thereof
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Computer skills (MS Office & Relevant Accounting packages)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English & Afrikaans)
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Project management skills
• Well-developed leadership and management skills
• Planning and organisational skills

Disclaimer

By applying for this position and submitting my CV, I confirm that I have provided my personal information voluntarily and that the information is complete, accurate, and up to date, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

I hereby give the Bible Society of South Africa (BSSA) consent to process my personal information for the purpose of recruitment and selection. I further consent to the BSSA retaining my information on its database for consideration in future employment opportunities.

Applications close on 21 November 2025

If you do not hear from us by 1 December 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful.