Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: R510 500 – R589 586 per annum
Closing Date: 05 March 2026
Division: Administration
Business Unit: Finance, ICT and Shared Services
Industry: Environmental Services
Functional Area: Finance
About CapeNature
CapeNature is a public entity responsible for biodiversity conservation and environmental management in the Western Cape. The organisation plays a vital role in protecting natural resources while maintaining strong governance, financial sustainability, and compliance with public sector regulations.
The Finance Analyst – Financial Information will support the Finance Manager by strengthening budgeting, reporting, financial modelling, and regulatory compliance processes within the organisation.
Position Overview
The primary purpose of this role is to assist with the development, monitoring, and analysis of budgeting and reporting processes. The Finance Analyst will work closely with budget holders, internal stakeholders, auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure accurate financial management aligned with GRAP standards, PFMA requirements, and Treasury Regulations.
This is a mid-senior level opportunity suited to a qualified accounting professional with strong analytical skills and experience in financial reporting and modelling.
Key Responsibilities
Entity Budget Management
- Facilitate workshops and meetings to understand budget holder requirements
- Analyse business needs and assess their impact on budgets
- Validate historical financial data and apply financial modelling techniques
- Prepare budget templates and consolidate entity-wide budgets
- Finalise budgets for MTEC submission
- Monitor cost centre expenditure on a monthly basis
- Prepare and implement virements processes
Internal and External Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly management accounts for decision-making
- Compile monthly and ad-hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders
- Assist in drafting annual and interim financial statements
- Analyse and interpret GRAP standards and assess impact on reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and regulatory financial reports
Stakeholder Engagement
- Support annual regulatory and externally funded audits
- Present financial information to management when required
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding budgets and reporting
- Monitor finance service desk queries and ensure timely resolution
- Create and manage financial system dashboards for reporting purposes
- Coach trainee accountants and junior staff on financial processes
Minimum Requirements
- Postgraduate qualification in Financial Accounting (BCom Honours or similar)
- Completed SAICA articles or at least 5 years’ experience in an accounting firm (excluding AGSA)
- 3–5 years’ experience drafting financial statements in CaseWare
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
- Valid driver’s license and own transport
- Bilingual in at least two official languages of the Western Cape
- No criminal record
Recommended / Added Advantage
- Post-articles experience at a small to medium accounting firm
- Completed ITC examinations
- Practical knowledge of Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems
Core Competencies
- Strong understanding of MTEF processes
- Sound knowledge of GRAP reporting framework
- Working knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and planning skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Adaptability and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Ability to function independently and collaboratively
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capability
Employee Benefits
As a permanent employee of CapeNature, you will enjoy:
- 24 days annual leave per cycle
- Pension fund benefits covering death, critical illness, or injury
- Up to 50% staff discounts on accommodation at CapeNature reserves
- Career progression and academic growth via the CapeNature Bursary Programme
- Free access to a wellness partner providing professional counselling, financial, legal, and health advice
- The opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability and conservation
Important Notes
- Remuneration is negotiable within the stated range depending on your current package
- Membership in the CapeNature Pension Fund is encouraged
- Medical Aid membership proof is required if applicable
How to Apply
Apply online via the official CapeNature recruitment portal:
👉 https://capenature.simplify.hr/
OR APPLY HERE
Closing Date: 05 March 2026
Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered. CapeNature reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise the post if deemed necessary.
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