About the Organisation
One to One Africa is a South African registered non-profit organisation dedicated to transforming the lives of children, women and families affected by poverty, chronic illness and HIV. Through integrated health, education and psychosocial programmes, One to One Africa works with communities to ensure vulnerable families not only survive but thrive.
About the Job
The Finance Manager is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day finance function of the organisation, ensuring sound financial stewardship, strong governance, statutory compliance and high-quality financial reporting across all programmes and funding streams.
The role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, effective budget management and robust internal controls. The Finance Manager partners closely with Programme Managers, Grants Officer, the Business Development team and Executive Management to support informed decision-making, organisational sustainability and the successful delivery of donor-funded programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
Financial Planning & Analysis
Treasury & Cash Flow Management
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
Audit & Assurance
Systems & Process Improvement
Leadership & People Management
Business Partnering
Requirements
Qualifications
Essential: Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Accounting or Business Management.
Desirable: Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or CTA together with a BCom Honours/BCom Accounting or equivalent finance qualification with significant relevant experience.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years' progressive finance experience.
At least 3 years in a finance management role.
Demonstrated experience within an NGO or donor-funded environment.
Proven experience managing multiple donor-funded grants simultaneously.
Experience preparing donor financial reports and donor budgets.
Experience managing statutory and donor audits.
Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
Experience strengthening financial systems and internal controls.
Technical Skills
Financial accounting and reporting.
Fund accounting and project costing.
Budgeting and forecasting.
Financial planning and analysis.
Cash flow forecasting and treasury management.
Financial modelling.
Advanced Microsoft Excel.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Power BI or similar reporting tools (desirable).
Tax and statutory compliance.
Internal controls and financial risk management.
Additional Requirements
Willingness to travel when required.
Flexibility to meet organisational priorities outside normal office hours where necessary.
To apply
To apply, email your application (completed AA bio form, one page motivation letter and updated CV [all in MS Word format]) by Monday 14th September 2026 to melissa@actionappointments.co.za
