The primary purpose of this role will be to support the Finance Manager: Financial Information with the development, monitoring and analysis of the organization's budgeting and reporting processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Entity Budget Management

• Assist and facilitate workshops/meetings to research budget holders’ requirements,
• Understand the business needs and its impact on budgets.
• Analyse budgets and budget holder requirements
• Obtain and validate historical data to utilise financial modelling to base the budgets and provide forecasts of expected performance.
• Prepare budget templates and consolidate completed budget templates for the entity.
• Finalise budgets for MTEC submission.
• Monitor budget holders use of cost centres monthly.
• Prepare and implement the virements process.

Internal and External Financial Reporting 

• Preparation of monthly management accounts for decision making
• Preparation of monthly and ad-hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Assist in the preparation of the annual and interim financial statements.
• Analyse the latest relevant GRAP standards and its impact on the annual financial statements.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc regulatory financial reports

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Assistance with annual regulatory audits and externally funded audits
• Presentations to management when necessary
• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders in respect of financial reporting and budget management
• Finance service desk monitoring and issue resolution timeously
• Financial system dashboard creation, monitoring and reporting timeously
• Coaching trainee accountants/ junior staff to understand and implement financial processes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Postgraduate qualification in Financial Accounting (BCom Honours or similar)
• Completed SAICA articles or 5 years’ experience with an accounting firm (other than AGSA)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• 3-5 years’ experience with drafting financial statements in CaseWare
• A valid driver’s license and own transport is essential
• Bilingual in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape

RECOMMENDATIONS: 

• Post articles experience at a small medium accounting firm would be advantageous
• Completed ITC exams would be advantageous
• Sage Intacct or similar ERP practical knowledge would be advantageous

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and working understanding of the MTEF process
• Knowledge and working understanding of GRAP Reporting Framework
• Knowledge and working understanding of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
• Excellent interpersonal, writing and communication, planning and organizational skills
• Adaptability is a key requirement
• Ability to thrive in a multi-faceted environment
• Good Analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and tight deadlines being met
• Ability to function independently and within a team
• Strong analytical and strategic skills
• Sound interpersonal, communication and people management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Good project planning and organizing skills
• Ability to function independently and within a team
• No criminal record

AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY:

• 24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle.
• Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for CapeNature employees.
• Staff discounts of up to 50% on CapeNature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape.
• Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal CapeNature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines.
• Free access to CapeNature’s Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and
• The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future.

      Kindly Note:

“*Remuneration negotiable within the range provided, depending on current remuneration package.

Kindly note that it is encouraged to become a member of the CapeNature Pension Fund. In the event that you are an existing member of Medical Aid you are required to provide a copy of such membership before the commencement of your employment with CapeNature.

Apply online at https://capenature.simplify.hr/

Closing Date:  13 February 2026