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Finance Director

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Senior

Overview: Our client, a leading non-profit organisation providing vital health services across South Africa is currently seeking a skilled Finance Director to join their senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role tha…

Skills: Microsoft Office, Communication, Internal Controls Management, Mathematical Skills, Statistical Skills

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Finance Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Mid level

Position Title: Finance Manager Location: Cape Town Our client is a well-established, internationally recognised non-profit organisation. They provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general popu…

Skills: Financial Management, Accounting, Budgeting, Audit Compliance, Stakeholder Management

Kenvue logoKenvue

Corporate Affairs Manager SSA (12 Month Contract)

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa · Hybrid

Senior+$3.6B raised

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a: Corporate Affairs Manager SSA (12 Month Contract) What we do At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science…

Skills: Government Affairs, Public Policy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Horizon Scanning

TSU International (Pty) Ltd logoTSU International (Pty) Ltd

#673 Public Safety Officer - Leave Reliever

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Entry level

TSU Protection Services is the contracted public safety provider to the Clifton City Improvement District, which provides top-up services to the City of Cape Town. Working in the public spaces of Clifton – including beac…

Skills: Crime Deterrence, CCTV Monitoring, Report Writing, Interpersonal Communication, Patrolling

Cape Town International Convention Centre logoCape Town International Convention Centre

Company Secretary

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Senior

The main purpose: The purpose of this role is to provide professional company secretarial support to the Board and its Committees, ensuring effective governance, statutory and regulatory compliance, and adherence to corp…

Skills: Corporate Governance, Minute Taking, Statutory Compliance, Legal Drafting, Board Support

PwC logoPwC

Transformation Consultant

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Hybrid

Mid level

Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individual…

Skills: Public Sector Consulting, Programme Management, Operations Management, Infrastructure Planning, Public Policy

City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality logoCity of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality

CSHS476-2026 OCCUPATIONAL NURSING PRACTITIONER (2 POSTS)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

$652k–$893k/yr

Mid level

DEPARTMENT: GROUP HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT Division: Human Capital Recruitment and Administration Management Section: Occupational and Employee Health, Safety and Wellness Location: Belle Ombre Clinic (used at any occupa…

Skills: Occupational Health Nursing, Audiometry, Spirometry, Medical Surveillance, Fitness-for-work Evaluations

Amazon logoAmazon

WIM Investigator II, AmSec Workplace Incident Management

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Mid level$25B raised

The Workplace Incident Management (WIM) Team is searching for a WIM Investigator to join the team. In this role, you will oversee incident response for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Region. This position is a…

Skills: Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management, Investigations, Incident Management, Security Operations, Social Work

University of Cape Town,  Research and Innovation logoUniversity of Cape Town, Research and Innovation

Executive Director

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Senior+

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: RESEARCH RESEARCH OFFICE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN The University of Cape Town (UCT), Africa’s leading research-intensive university, invites applications for the position of Executive Director: Researc…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Research Management, Stakeholder Relations, People Management, Communication Skills

University of Cape Town,  Research and Innovation logoUniversity of Cape Town, Research and Innovation

Head of Department: Psychiatry & Mental Health

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Senior+

PROFESSOR AND HEAD DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY AND MENTAL HEALTH FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES: UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN & DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS: WESTERN CAPE GOVERNMENT The University of Cape Town and the Departmen…

Skills: Clinical Leadership, Academic Management, Psychiatric Care, Research Grant Acquisition, Postgraduate Teaching

University of Cape Town,  Research and Innovation logoUniversity of Cape Town, Research and Innovation

Executive Director

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · On-site

Senior+

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: RESEARCH RESEARCH OFFICE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN The University of Cape Town (UCT), Africa’s leading research-intensive university, invites applications for the position of Executive Director: Researc…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Research Management, Stakeholder Relations, People Management, Communication Skills

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Finance Director

Liquid Thought

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • professional certificate, postgraduate degree
  • Posted 7h ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Oversee the overall financial health, risk management, and compliance of a non-profit health organization. Lead the finance, payroll, and legal teams while managing reporting and budgeting for large-scale projects.

Requirements

Requires a CA(SA) or Honours degree in business management with at least 5 years of management experience. Preference is given to candidates with public sector experience and knowledge of international donors like USAID and Global Fund.

Full job description

Overview:

Our client, a leading non-profit organisation providing vital health services across South Africa is currently seeking a skilled Finance Director to join their senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role that requires a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who can oversee the financial health of the organisation, manage risk, drive compliance, and ensure accurate reporting across multiple large-scale projects. 

Purpose of the Position:

The Finance Director will be the primary point of contact to oversee all financial aspects of the organisation. Responsible for the overall Financial Management for all projects across the organisation including: project bookkeeping, reporting, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, administration, sub-recipients/sub-partners, payroll and staff management. Oversees the finance team, payroll team and the grants and compliance/legal team.

Minimum Requirements

  • Chartered Accountant CA(SA) or Honours degree in business management/administration with a mix of relevant experience and;
  • strong knowledge and experience of relevant legal frameworks.
  • Minimum 5 years experience in a similar position or management position.
  • Experience and knowledge of the public sector, specifically large international donors (CDC, USAID, Pepfar, Global Fund) (preferred).
  • Clear criminal record.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead and manage finance, payroll, and compliance/legal functions

  • Act as a primary point of contact for all finance related tasks for the organisation.
  • Develop policies aligned with the organisations goals and sound financial management practices.
  • Provide support to the board as an invited member to board and/or sub-committee meetings.
  • Work closely and collaboratively with all interfacing departments and provide relevant guidance and monitoring where applicable.
  • Contribute toward systems implementation, maintenance and improvements within support functions.

Oversee Financial Management and Accounting

  • Cashbook processing and journals.
  • Bank processing, reconciliations and reviews.
  • Reconciliation of creditors and debtors.

Oversee Auditing and Reviews

  • Submission of SARS returns (VAT, PAYE, UIF).
  • Preparation and execution of statutory organisational audits.
  • Funder specific audits.

Stakeholder Management and engagement

  • Build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally.

Grants and Compliance

  • Oversee the accurate and timeous management of partners contacts, budgets, compliance and administration.
  • Create a strong internal control environment that mitigates financial risks for the organisation.

Oversee and Manage the Full Payroll Department and Function

  • Support the system development and system management to enable payroll to perform their duties.
  • Monthly review and sign off on payroll.

POPIA Privacy Champion

  • Serve as the POPIA privacy champion for all relevant departments that are overseen.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills
  • Excellent Communication skills
  • Excellent internal controls management
  • Mathematical / statistical skills
  • Risk management
  • Advanced analytical skills
  • Problem solving
  • Excellent planning & organising
  • Business acumen
  • Strong systems knowledge

Related keywords

Chartered AccountantCA(SA)Financial ManagementBudgetingCompliancePayrollSARSVATPAYEUIFStatutory AuditsCDCUSAIDPepfarGlobal FundPOPIA

About Liquid Thought

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A digital innovation agency that solves today's problems with the future in mind.

Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2001
Headquarters
Cape Town, Western Cape
LinkedIn followers
6,801

Liquid Thought is a strategy-led digital innovation agency, delivering tailored solutions that enable its Clients to grow and compete more effectively in the digital economy. We're a Digital Enabler for leading brands with a strong focus on Customer Experience, Digital Innovation & Transformation Services including Strategy, Experience Design, Technology Delivery and Intelligence / Insights. Whether you are building your online business, have an idea for a new product, need to re-platform your technology or re-imagine your digital presence, our highly skilled team of creatives, engineers and strategists are standing by to partner you in your journey to becoming more digitally relevant. To learn more about us, get in touch: [email protected] | We're always looking for great talent, let us know why you would like to join our team: [email protected]

Offices: Dock Road Junction, Crn Stanley & Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape 8001, ZA

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There are currently 11 open government & public sector positions in Cape Town, South Africa listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in Cape Town, South Africa?

Companies currently hiring include University of Cape Town, Research and Innovation, Liquid Thought, Amazon, Cape Town International Convention Centre, City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Government & Public Sector jobs in Cape Town, South Africa?

Yes — 2 of the 11 open government & public sector positions offer remote or hybrid work (0 remote, 2 hybrid).

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