Senior Finance Manager: Accounting

Job Title: Senior Finance Manager: Accounting Company: Conservation International Job Category: SAP FICO Roles & Responsibilities: Conservation South Africa (CSA), as a local affiliate of Conservation International (CI), is committed to helping societies adopt a more sustainable approach to development—one that considers and values nature at every turn and improves human well\-being through the conservation of healthy ecosystems and the goods and services they provide. CSA seeks to influence policy, develop markets, engage the private sector, and support communities to develop and implement conservation\- based economic growth models and long\-term human well\-being. Responsibilities * Financial accounting, general ledger and reporting: Ensure transactions are accurately recorded in ERP; maintain general ledger integrity; lead monthly and annual close; prepare financial statements, monthly management accounts and audit schedules; review and approve balance sheet, bank, payroll, debtor, creditor and fixed\-asset reconciliations; prepare quarterly Fringe and PASC submissions; compliance with legislative requirements; Additional finance responsibilities as required. * Grant and project accounting: Complete monthly Project Master File updates, ERP project closures, and approved project master file adjustments. * Payroll and banking: Review monthly payroll and statutory filings, and review and release online banking payments within delegated authority and segregation\-of\-duties requirements. * Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow: Coordinate annual operational and project budgets, monitor expenditure, analyse variances and cost drivers, recommend corrective actions, and submit consolidated monthly cash\-flow projections. * Audit, compliance and controls: Lead internal, external, donor, SARS and headquarters audits; prepare working papers; address queries; implement recommendations; ensure compliance with SARS PBO, Section 18A, PAYE and UIF requirements; and monitor controls over cash, banking, assets, payroll, procurement and donor funds; oversee filing of supporting documents. * Additional tasks as requested by supervisor. People and Resource Management * Set clear performance objectives, conduct annual assessments, monitor delivery, and foster staff development and service orientation. * Provide day\-to\-day supervision, guidance, and coaching to Financial Accountants and assigned finance support staff, with 3 or more direct reports. * Excellent operational accounting, trial\-balance management, donor grant compliance, and audit\-preparation capability. * Strong analytical ability to interpret financial data, investigate budget variances, and provide practical financial advice to non\-finance managers. * Advanced Microsoft Excel capability, including pivot tables and variance models, and strong ERP operating skills. * Pragmatic team leadership and coaching focused on delivery, objective setting, and staff development. As a designated employer, we have implemented an Employment Equity Plan aligned with sectoral and national benchmarks, and we monitor and report progress annually in compliance with the Employment Equity Regulations (2025\). Application Outcome \& Future Opportunities Should you not hear back from us within two weeks of the closing date for this advertisement, please consider your application not successful. We encourage you to apply for any future roles that align with your skill set. Work Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Availability: Full time

Qualifications Required * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Financial Management, Commerce, or a related discipline (BCom Accounting). * 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience, including month\-end close, various reconciliations, and financial and donor reporting. * Two to three years of experience directly supervising, coaching, and evaluating finance support staff. * Experience in a non\-profit or donor\-funded project environment, including multi\-project accounting and grant compliance. * Strong knowledge of South African statutory requirements, including SARS PBO and Section 18A, VAT and PAYE, together with ERP financial systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. * Completed articles with an accredited South African accounting body. Preferred * A CA(SA) qualification would be advantageous but not required * Experience with Business World, Sage, Xero or Pastel. * Experience with or knowledge of Workday. Key Skills: General Ledger Salary: Not disclosed