About Company

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop, implement, and monitor the organization's annual budget in collaboration with program coordinators and the Centre Manager. 
• Conduct regular financial analyses to provide insights into budget variances and financial performance.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Financial Management:

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
• Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships.
• Complete the DCC’s monthly bookkeeping to trial balance level, ensuring readiness for annual audits.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting principles and donor requirements.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to donors, government agencies and other stakeholders as required.
• Ensure timely submission of payroll and monthly SARS returns (EMP 201 and annual EMP 501 (IRP5’s and IT3a’s) via e-filing).

Grant Management:

• Work closely with program coordinators to prepare budgets for grant proposals.
• Monitor and report on the financial performance of grants, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines.

Audit and Internal Controls:

• Coordinate and facilitate annual external audits.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets.
• Manage and ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures, updating them as necessary.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and support to staff on financial policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Work with program coordinators to build their financial management capacity.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Diploma in Bookkeeping, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).
• Proven experience in financial management, preferably within an NGO or nonprofit sector.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyse complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial management software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and mission-driven organisation.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV, a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and copies of your qualifications to caron.may@stmarysdcc.com by 20 June 2024.

Only applications with all required documentation will be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The last date for receiving applications is 20 June 2024. 

Start date as soon as possible. Candidates must be South African citizens or hold valid South African work permits.