Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager 📍 Pretoria | Permanent
An established, purpose-driven organisation is seeking to appoint a seasoned Senior Finance Manager to lead its financial strategy, governance, and operational finance functions.
This role is ideally suited to a mature finance professional who thrives in a values-based environment and has experience within the NPO / NGO / public-benefit sector. The successful incumbent will provide strategic financial leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and support long-term organisational sustainability.

Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the organisation’s financial strategy aligned to strategic objectives
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Provide strategic financial insights to executive leadership and governance structures

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and applicable standards
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial sustainability
• Present consolidated reports to Executive, Audit & Risk Committee, and Board structures

Payroll Oversight

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processes for staff and third parties
• Ensure legislative compliance relating to remuneration and statutory payments
• Maintain integrity and accuracy of payroll systems and reporting

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with the Income Tax Act, VAT Act, and relevant legislation
• Manage SARS submissions, CIPC filings, and annual external audits
• Strengthen governance frameworks and financial controls

Risk & Internal Controls

• Oversee internal audit processes and risk management frameworks
• Review and enhance financial policies and systems
• Manage insurance and investment portfolios where applicable

People Leadership

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with employment and labour legislation

Stakeholder & Sustainability Focus

• Engage with auditors, banks, tax advisors, and regulators
• Partner with internal departments to support strategic initiatives
• Contribute to income sustainability through donor funding models and sponsorship initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• BCom Honours advantageous
• CA(SA) beneficial but not essential
• 8–10 years’ relevant experience, including 3–5 years in a senior financial management role
• Experience with in an NPO / donor-funded / public-benefit environment strongly preferred
• Proven exposure to financial systems such as Accpac, Sage 300, CRM systems or equivalent
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS, tax legislation, and governance frameworks

Competencies

• Strategic financial and analytical capability
• Strong leadership presence and executive-level communication skills
• High integrity and sound judgment
• Detail-oriented with strong governance orientation
• Comfortable operating within a diverse and transformation-focused environment

This opportunity will suit a stable, experienced finance professional seeking to contribute meaningfully within a purpose-led organisation where governance, sustainability, and impact are central.