Join a mission-driven educational institution committed to delivering Christ-centred education and fostering long-term financial sustainability. Our client, a well-established independent Christian school in Randburg, is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to lead its finance function with strategic insight and operational excellence. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape the school's financial health while contributing to its educational mission.

Duties:

• Produce monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and commentary for the Executive Head and Finance Committee

• Prepare the annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs and coordinate external audits for a clean opinion

• Maintain general ledger, fixed asset register, and manage month-end and year-end closing processes

• Build and manage rolling 12-month cash flow forecasts, ensuring visibility on fee cycles and cash flow troughs

• Lead the annual budgeting process across academic, operational, and support cost centres

• Model fee increase scenarios, assess enrolment forecasts, and present recommendations to the Board

• Prepare capital expenditure business cases for facilities, IT, and campus development projects

• Monitor key operational metrics including learner-per-capita cost, staff-cost ratio, and fee-debtor days

• Own the full fee cycle, including billing, collections, bursaries, and financial aid management

• Handle sensitive parent financial discussions with discretion and professionalism

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements, including SARS, VAT, CIPC, and NPO obligations

• Oversee payroll administration in line with employment legislation and benefits administration

• Manage procurement, supplier relationships, and risk management activities

• Serve as a key member of governance forums, presenting financial reports and contributing to strategic planning

Requirements:

• B.Com in Accounting, Financial Management, or equivalent (NQF Level 7)

• Completed articles (SAICA or SAIPA) or a professional designation

• 6 to 8 years of relevant financial management experience

• Strong skills in budgeting, financial reporting, variance analysis, billing, and debt management

• Proven ability to lead financial processes in complex environments

• Excellent communication skills with ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial audiences

Nice to Have:

• Experience working within the education or non-profit sectors

• Knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and non-profit compliance requirements

What We'll Give You:

• A competitive salary package between R60,000 and R70,000 per month (Cost to Company), negotiable based on experience

• The chance to play a significant role in a mission-driven school that values integrity, community, and academic excellence

• A supportive leadership team committed to professional growth and development

If you are a strategic and detail-oriented finance professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the education sector, we invite you to apply and contribute to shaping a brighter future for learners.