Finance Manager

Company Description

The University of the Free State (UFS), established in 1904, is one of South Africa’s oldest institutions of higher education. The library seeks to appoint a Finance Manager on a three-month contract.

This is a contract, on-site role for a Finance Manager located at UFS's Bloemfontein campus. The Finance Manager will oversee financial planning, reporting, budget management, and compliance with financial regulations. This role involves managing financial operations, optimizing financial performance, and providing guidance to the leadership team on financial strategy and risk management. Additionally, the Finance Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient resource use and to provide accurate financial analyses to support decision-making.

• Strong financial management and accounting skills, with expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficiency in financial reporting, analysis, and adherence to regulatory compliance
• Experience with financial software systems and tools
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (a master’s degree or professional accounting designation is preferred)
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit financial administration is an advantage