Financial Manager

Hashtag Nonprofit NPC; Swartland Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Swartland, Western Cape seeks a Financial Manager to provide senior financial leadership. The role involves overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and governance. Candidates should have significant experience in financial management, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications. The position is part-time and negotiable for full-time work. Please apply via email with a CV and cover letter by 31 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in financial management or finance leadership.
• Experience with boards or governance structures preferred.
• Ability to operate strategically and hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and oversight.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Manage audits and implement audit recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Integrity

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in finance or accounting

Job description

Financial Manager at the Goedgedacht Trust

Location: Goedgedacht & Welbeloon (Swartland, Western Cape), Riebeeksrivier Road, Malmesbury, 7299

Type of employment: Part‑time (negotiable; full‑time possible)

Salary: Negotiable

Deadline: 31 January 2026

Role Purpose: To provide senior‑level financial leadership to the organisation, working closely with the Managing Director and Trustees to ensure financial sustainability, sound governance, and informed decision‑making across all operations.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and oversight to the organisation
• Work closely with the Managing Director to ensure financial sustainability, solvency, and cash‑flow stability
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounts
• Lead and strengthen financial governance, compliance, and risk management
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee grant management, donor financial reporting, and audit readiness
• Manage audits and ensure implementation of audit recommendations
• Strengthen financial systems, controls, and internal processes
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support leadership and trustee decision‑making
• Support the alignment and integration of financial systems between Goedgedacht and Welbeloon

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Significant senior‑level experience in financial management, finance leadership, or equivalent roles
• Experience working with boards, trustees, or governance structures
• Experience in non‑profit, trust, or complex organisational environments (advantageous)
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organisational skills
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and accountability
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands‑on when required
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle
• Ability to work onsite (part‑time or full‑time as agreed)

How to Apply

Please email a CV and a short cover letter to: [e-mail]

Closing date: 31 January 2026. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.