Senior Manager Finance at Robben Island Museum (RIM)

Key performance areas: 

• Provide strategic leadership and support on the development of functional plans and implementation of integrated strategies to achieve set goals. 
• Provide guidance to own team, aligning functional practices with the organisation’s strategy, annual plans and statutory requirements. 
• Provide guidance and mentorship to finance staff. 
• Support capacity building within the finance unit. 
• Promote a culture of accountability and financial discipline. 
• Lead the preparation and coordination of the annual budget and Medium-term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). 
• Monitor budget implementation and provide variance analysis. 
• Support departments in financial planning and resource allocation. 
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. 
• Compile Annual Financial Statements (AFS) in line with applicable standards (e.g., GRAP). 
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements of National Treasury and oversight bodies. 
• Monitor organisational expenditure against approved budgets. 
• Ensure effective cost control and identify cost-saving opportunities. 
• Review and authorise payments in line with delegated authority. 
• Oversee revenue collection, reconciliation, and reporting processes. 
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of revenue records. 
• Implement controls to minimise revenue leakage. 
• Ensure compliance with PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and internal financial policies. 
• Support audit processes (internal and external) and implement audit recommendations. 
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance systems. 
• Oversee asset management processes including asset register maintenance and verification. 
• Monitor liabilities and ensure proper recording and reporting. 
• Ensure compliance with asset management policies and procedures. 
• Manage financial systems and ensure data integrity. 
• Enhance financial processes and internal controls. 
• Support system upgrades and automation initiatives. 
• Provide financial oversight on projects and donor-funded programmes. 
• Monitor project budgets and expenditure. 
• Ensure compliance with funding conditions and reporting requirements. 
• Liaise with internal departments, auditors, and external stakeholders. 
• Provide financial advice and guidance to management. 
• Support decision-making through financial analysis and insights. 
• Prepare financial dashboards and management reports. 
• Maintain proper financial records and documentation. 
• Support the development and review of finance policies and procedures. 
• Develop a risk management framework and ensure that controls are implemented at all levels of the organisation 
• Ensure sound Public Relations and Stakeholder management, including interface with strategic key partners 
• Advise RIM Council, Regulatory Committees, Executives and Management teams, on new legislative developments in relevant functional areas. 
• Ensure the application of principles of good governance and legislative compliance for effective and efficient operations and service delivery 
• Provide enabling mechanisms for a seamless end-to-end value chain management to sustain functional effectiveness, supporting executives, management and team members. 
• Ensure development and continuous improvement of processes, policies and compliance frameworks applicable to the functional area. 
• Oversee Employee Relations, ensuring sound labour relations and compliance within own function as guided by organisation’s policies, the South African labour legislation and regulations. 
• Oversee budgeting and reporting processes within the function, including but not limited to the PFMA and related regulations 
• Ensure that functional performance metrics and targets are met and reported on 

Experience and technical skills: 

• Honours Degree (NQF8) in Accounting Sciences or equivalent 
• Master’s Degree will be an added Advantage 
• Professional qualification – CA (SA)/ CIMA is required 
• A minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience of which at least five (5) years must be at senior management level 
• Experience in public sector finance 
• Strong knowledge of GRAP and application of all applicable legislation and regulations (including but not limited to the PFMA, South African labour legislation); 
• Must have experience operating at a strategic level, with proven track record of developing and implementing strategies to align to organisation’s goals 
• Understanding and application of protocol matters regarding government, parliament, and other key stakeholders 
• Experience in leading and managing complex projects and teams 
• Proven track record in research, benchmarking and report writing 
• Proven leadership and governance skills 
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with staff and key stakeholders. 
• Ability to operate effectively within highly unionised environments 

no later than the 2nd of October 2026