Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Finance Manager to provide strong financial and business leadership, ensuring accountability, transparency, and sustainable financial management across the school. In this critical leadership role, you will safeguard the financial health and long-term sustainability of the school while supporting strategic decision-making and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth, stability, and sustainability of one of Africa's most respected business schools.


Key responsibilities include:


Overseeing and managing the School's day-to-day financial operations. Reviewing, developing, and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. Leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes for the school and its centers Ensuring compliance with University, regulatory, and reporting requirements. Providing financial insights, modelling, and strategic recommendations to support decision-making. Partnering with academic and administrative stakeholders to optimise performance, efficiency, and resource allocation. Managing grants, donor funding, and externally funded projects, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting. Leading, mentoring, and managing the finance team to achieve high performance.

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Academic Qualifications and experience

B.com Accounting/Finance Postgraduate qualification. CA(SA) / and/or relevant Master's in Finance, Accounting, or Management. Completed SAICA Articles (Recommended). 10 years, with 5 years at a senior finance level with 3 years team management experience.

Technical Competencies

Advanced knowledge of IFRS, IAS, ISA, and financial controls. Financial Strategy development and implementation, including Financial Modelling Skills. Strong financial analysis, reporting, and advisory skills. Proficiency in ERP systems, reporting, and budgeting tools. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is preferred. Experience in grants and donor funding management, including compliance and reporting. Familiarity with financial controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

Behavioural Competencies

High ethical standards and integrity in handling financial matters and confidential information. Strong financial analysis, reporting, advisory skills, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Leadership, people management and team development skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with customers, stakeholders, and team members. Results-driven and client-centric approach.








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Closing date: 6th October 2025

Applicants are invited to apply for the above positions through the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za

Please ensure that you include a covering letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, a detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 contactable referees.

By submitting an application for this post the Applicant acknowledges that their personal information will be processed by the University. The Applicant, by their conduct in proceeding with an application for this position, gives their consent to the processing of their personal information as required by the University's Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Policy. Such processing includes logging their information on the University's recruitment systems and disclosing their personal information to University employees identified to take part in the selection and recruitment process. The Applicant consents to any further processing of their personal information as may be required for relevant verification and reference check purposes. The confidentiality of the Applicant's personal information will be maintained.

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.





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