22 Budgeting jobs in Cape Town

As the Director: Financial & Management Accounting, you will be at the forefront of our financial operations, leading a team of skilled professionals to design and execute financial and budgeting strategies that drive informed decision-making. You play a pivotal role in shaping our budgeting processes, collaborating cross-functionally, optimise resource allocation and contributing to the long-term financial sustainability of the University.

Reporting to the Executive Director : Finance & Services , the key responsibilities will include:

• Strategically manage the financial responsibilities of the University and its subsidiaries that achieves financial sustainability
• Develop and implement comprehensive financial reporting frameworks that provide accurate and timely insights to support decision making
• Management of the university's reporting and budgeting functions. Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with senior management to ensure alignment with strategic objectives
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying areas for optimisation and improvement
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyse financial data and provide strategic recommendations for cost efficiency and revenue enhancement
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to continuously refine financial reporting and budgeting processes
• Direct management, development and motivation of the financial team
• Streamline business processes and introduce new systems that will enhance competitive edge and industry best practice
• Management of Grants and Contracts and operationalise the smooth running of all activities that includes accounting, reporting, compliance and contract management
• Management of working capital, investments, fixed assets, reserves, loans, etc.
• Management of compliance with legislation, regulations and IFRS
• Reporting on financial matters to various management and governance structures
• Design of policies, standard operating procedures and business processes that achieves efficiency and effectiveness
• Foster relationships with stakeholders and represent the Department of Finance and the University on various platforms
• Management of all audits and regulatory requirements
• Implement and facilitate policy and business processes that support the enhancement of University revenue and cost control
• Participate in various leadership and stakeholder engagements.

• Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent
• Chartered Accountant (SA)
• Proven track record of five years in a management role
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
• Strong leadership and team management experience, with the ability to inspire and motivate your team to achieve their best
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Director: Financial Management and Reporting Salary Level 13 Finance Division Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated individual to develop, implement and.

This position requires a postgraduate degree at NQF level 8 in Financial Management, Accounting Science or an equivalent and relevant financial qualification at NQF level 8. A relevant postgraduate degree at NQF level 9 or equivalent financial qualification will be an added advantage. This position also requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, 5 years of which should be in middle management level. Registration as a Chartered Accountant with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants will be a very strong recommendation. The successful candidate will be required to acquire a Senior Management Service Pre-entry Certificate offered by National School of Government, before assumption of duty.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Knowledge of relevant legislation especially Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice; Production of financial statements according to General Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP), extensive experience in GRAP; Good strategic management and leadership skills; Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal communication, financial report writing, stakeholder management); Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team, problem solving skills; Experience in project management; Advanced planning, organizing; people management skills; Experience in policy development ; Ability to review and develop internal financial controls. Computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) is essential. The successful candidate must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and must be willing to travel nationally.

• Compile financial statements and other financial reports.
• Manage financial systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with General Accounting Practice (GRAP), applicable statute, and other governance processes to strengthen governance.
• Ensure effective management of financial risks.
• Manage human capital development, change and transformation.
• Manage and develop efficient processes and controls for donor funding.
• Manage the audit process both statutory, internal and donor funding.
• Oversee budgeting, overall compliance and engagement with respective entities and stakeholder.
• Manage the day to day finance operations, including Revenue Collections and Sales, Budgeting and reporting, payroll, payment, cash management, project accounting and support and maintenance of general ledger functions within the SANBI.
• Develop and implement Annual Performance Plan, Service delivery and budget implementation plan (Annual Operational Plan) and implement the Finance departmental strategy in support of the organisational strategy.
• Develop and implement policies, Standard Operating Procedures, business processes, internal controls, and guidelines relevant to the Financial Management Directorate.
• Develop and implement revenue and investment strategies.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to address challenges and reposition Financial Management Directorate as a strategic enabler and financial stability.
• Ensure sound financial management and effective management of financial operations.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer on all elements relating to finance and financial management.

Post Number

ITS: A590)

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Economics & Management Sciences -> Accounting

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

5/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching, research and community engagement, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.

The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates students across academic units including Accounting, Economics, Industrial Psychology (Human Resources Management), Information Systems, Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), Institute for Social Development, Political Studies, Management and Finance Clusters, School of Government and the Academic Literacies Programme.

The Department of Accounting has accreditation with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). The Department offers a three-year undergraduate degree and a one-year Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA) towards SAICA's Initial Assessment of Competence (IAC). The Department also offers an alternative three-year degree in Accounting, which is accredited by the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA).

The successful candidate for Senior Lecturer/Lecturer will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Facilitating learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level, primarily in the area of Financial Management and/or Taxation
• Provide academic leadership and administration at subject level
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment
• Engage in academic administration and leadership
• Conduct research and publish
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
• Participate in community engagement and outreach
• Contribute to the co-ordination and management of the Department's teaching and research programmes.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements – Senior Lecturer:

• CA (SA) qualification and a relevant Master's degree
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in Financial Management and/or Taxation or related Accounting courses
• A record of publications, preferably in the field of Financial Management and/or Taxation (to provide full details of publications, if any, in CV)

Additional Advantages – Senior Lecturer:

• A PhD in Financial Management or Taxation or related Accounting discipline
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching on SAICA accredited Financial Management and/or Taxation or related courses
• Recognized academic leadership (e.g. subject head, programme coordinator, module coordinator)
• Extensive practical experience in the development of professional academic courses and programmes in Financial Management and/or Taxation or related courses (e.g. SAICA or an equivalent accreditation).

Minimum Requirements –Lecturer:

• CA (SA) qualification
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in Financial Management and/or Taxation or related Accounting courses

Additional Advantages - Lecturer:

• A Master's degree in Financial Management or Taxation or related Accounting discipline

Key Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proven ability to work as a senior member of a professional department within a Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Student focused approach
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership.

N.B. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements for the Senior Lecturer position.

For further information (but not applications), please contact Sonnette Smith at

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

An esteemed Financial Services company, renowned for its dedication to excellence, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager to join its thriving team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the financial management of the finance department. The individual is expected to work closely with the Accountants responsible for the accounting function and assist with any accounting issues as well as reviewing the monthly processing. We require the skills of a dynamic individual who has the willingness to learn and develop within a finance division.

Responsibilities:

1. Review of reconciliations.
2. Review of monthly accounting processing.
3. Compiling management reports and analysis.
4. Cashflow and investments management and approving of payments and collections.
5. Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
6. Ensuring all control accounts, balance sheets and income statements are reconciled on a monthly basis VAT and Income tax calculations and returns.
7. Statutory and regulatory returns (FSCA, Prudential Authority, Reserve Bank, SARS, NAMFISA).
8. Compilation of the annual financial statements in terms of IFRS.
9. Assist Regional Managers with financial information.
10. Liaising and assisting with internal and external auditors.
11. Resolving reconciling and long outstanding items on balance sheet reconciliations.
12. Systems, processes and internal control improvements.
13. Assist with ad hoc queries until resolution.

Requirements:

1. CA (SA) qualification.
2. 2 years’ post articles experience (Financial Services / Short Term Insurance Industry advantageous).
3. Strong technical skills, including sound IFRS knowledge.
4. MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook.
5. Experience in accounting packages such as Great Plains, SAP, Accpac advantageous.

Competencies:

1. Communication / presentation skills.
2. Interpersonal skills.
3. Achievement / results driven.
4. Team player.
5. Strong time management skills.
6. Numerical and analytical skills.
7. Deadline orientated.
8. Management skills.

Overview

Operations Analyst (Financial Services/Fund Management) – Cape Town

Market-Related Salary Package

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about financial markets? We are looking for an Operations Analyst to join a dynamic Investment Operations team. Reporting to the Head of Investment Operations, you will play a vital part in ensuring seamless fund administration processes, including reconciliations, cash management, settlements, exception handling, and stakeholder engagement. You will collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Trading Desks, Risk, and Distribution Teams while building strong relationships with external Service Providers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with solid Investment Operations experience who is eager to contribute to a high-performing, process-driven environment.

• Contribute to and promote robust operating procedures across the investment management business to create an efficient, responsive, and process-driven operations team.
• Enhance understanding of operational processes and procedures.
• Establish and promote streamlined processes that ensure efficient and effective stakeholder delivery, within agreed performance standards and timelines.
• Responsibilities include: performance of reconciliations; exception handling including investigation of significant variances and resolution of reconciliation breaks; monitoring of the operations mailbox and timely handling of stakeholder requests; daily operational activities including accurate and timely transaction recording; liaising with stakeholders to provide updates on the progress of queries; managing trade and fund dealing activity reconciliations, corporate actions, proxy voting, cash management, spot FX instructions, and reconciliations of cash, positions, and performance.

• Share and transfer product, process, and systems knowledge to colleagues.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure delivery of required service levels.
• Achieve individual performance objectives.
• Share information with team members regarding successes, issues, trends, and new ideas.
• Actively participate in personal professional development and career progression.

• Education: BCom (Honours preferred) or equivalent Finance qualification.
• Experience: Up to 5 years in the Financial Services industry, ideally in Fund/Investment operations.
• Core Skills: Strong background in reconciliations and cash management.
• Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Advantageous: Exposure to custodians and programming languages.
• Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving ability; high attention to detail and accuracy; proactive, self-starter who can also work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

If you believe you’re a strong fit, please apply with your updated CV via the link and complete the required questionnaire. Alternatively, you may email your updated CV and answers to the questionnaire to

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application as unsuccessful.