Join a global science and innovation organisation driving complex, multi‑national programmes. This role provides vital financial leadership and operational support within a dynamic, high‑impact environment.
Why join this team?
- Contribute to a major international scientific programme
- Support local and global finance operations across a multifaceted organisation
- Work within a collaborative team focused on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement
- Gain exposure to international reporting structures and cross‑border financial processes
What you will be doing:
- Oversee day‑to‑day activities of the local finance team
- Manage end‑to‑end financial ledger responsibilities, including monthly accounts and reconciliations
- Review payroll calculations, statutory submissions (EMP201/501), and regulatory reporting
- Liaise with relevant authorities (SARS, DIRCO) on tax, customs, and VAT matters
- Review and approve requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and banking authorisations
- Support documentation of finance processes, internal controls, and audit walkthroughs
- Act as primary contact for annual external and internal audits
- Assist in preparing annual financial statements
- Partner with ERP system teams to improve finance processes and controls
- Monitor IFRS and regulatory changes and advise on required accounting updates
- Provide training and support to finance and non‑finance staff
- Travel as required and support broader organisational projects and duties
| Location: | Cape Town, Southern Suburbs |
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| Job type: | Contract |
| Emp type: | Full-time |
| Pay rate: | Negotiable |
| Job published: | 11/03/2026 |
| Job ID: | 72846 |