Financial Manager (Chartered Accountant) : Conservation NPO – Hybrid, Stellenbosch

VGP Recruitment; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated conservation NPO based in Stellenbosch is seeking a Senior Financial Manager to lead their financial operations. This hybrid role requires an individual with at least 10 years of experience in auditing and accounting. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulations, manage budgeting processes, oversee the finance team, and possess strong Excel skills. A passion for conservation and a CA(SA) degree are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in auditing and accounting.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial team follows institution's policies and regulations.
• Assist in formulating the organisation's strategic direction.
• Develop standard accounting procedures to improve efficiency.
• Oversee HR monthly processing and benefits plans.
• Maintain relations with external and internal auditors.

Skills

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Excel proficiency

Audit relations

Team leadership

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent accounting degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

We have a compelling, hybrid opportunity for a Chartered Accountant to fill the role of Senior Financial Manager at a wonderful conservation NPO based in Stellenbosch.

This is an ideal position for an experienced Accountant to join a dynamic team who are doing meaningful work in the field of conservation in southern Africa.

Leverage your financial acuity and passion for conservation to make a difference in this terrific role. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Day-to-Day
  • Ensure financial team follows the institution’s policies and regulations.
  • Ensure company remains regulatory compliant taking into consideration legislative changes.
  • Ensure that all the financial reports are prepared and delivered on time.
  • Monitor and manage all expenses within the allotted budgets.
  • Responsible for quarterly financial record close-off.
• Strategic Impact
  • Assist in formulating the organisation’s future direction and supporting tactical initiatives.
• Operational & Process Effectiveness
  • Develop standard and new accounting procedures to improve financial operations efficiency.
  • Implement operational best practices.
  • Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors, donors, and government agencies.
  • Oversee HR monthly processing and employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximising a cost-effective benefits package.
  • Budgeting and reporting to EXCO.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team.
  • Maintain in-depth relations with external and internal auditors.
• People Growth
  • Provide technical expertise and direction to the finance team.
  • Lead the team to be future fit and can deal with the changing needs and demands.
  • Living the NPO’s values and leading by example.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have / be :

• Accounting Degree, preferably CA(SA)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in auditing and accounting.
• Able to work under pressure and honour deadlines.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Good command of English.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and / or other accounting software
• Driver’s license
• Passport
• Passion for conservation

Should you not receive a response within 10 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

City : Stellenbosch, Hybrid
Country : South Africa
Level of Expertise : Senior
Remuneration : Negotiable
Reference Number : #Mich1610

Michelle Snitcher

Consultant