Provincial Finance Manager: Eastern Cape

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Provincial Finance Manager in the Eastern Cape, working for the Democratic Alliance. The position involves ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of all financial accounting and management activities within the province, including managing support staff, in adherence to standard operating procedures. **What you will do** * Performing the full financial accounting function * Ensuring a record of all source documents, audit trails and bank statements * Ensuring that effective accounting procedures and systems are implemented and adhered to * Implementing and managing all financial functions in the province in accordance with standard operating procedures * Effectively managing and directing all support staff **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Tertiary qualification relating to Finance * 5 years’ experience in the field of financial management * Relevant staff management experience, including on project basis or completion of the Party’s Management Readiness Programme applicable to internal candidates * Extensive budget management experience * Experience using Pastel Evolution or other similar system * Valid driver’s licence with access to a vehicle for occasional business-related use * Computer literacy, particular MS Office Suite * Coordinating and leadership skills * Written and verbal communication skills * Time management and organisation skills * Administration and attention to detail skills * Ability to process and understand complex and technical information * Ability to apply sound judgement and decision-making * Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing levels of priority * Ability to use initiative in high-pressure situations * Ability to work effectively and energetically around a demanding work schedule, including working irregular hours on a frequent basis * Ability to be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated * Ability to work independently * Knowledge of the local, provincial and national political and legislative framework and dynamics * Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance * Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a qualified finance professional with at least five years of experience in financial management, including budget and staff oversight. The ideal candidate will be proficient in financial accounting systems (like Pastel Evolution) and MS Office, possess a valid driver's licence with vehicle access, and demonstrate strong coordination, leadership, communication, and organisational skills. They should be capable of processing complex information, exercising sound judgment, managing multiple priorities, and working autonomously under pressure. The role requires an outcomes-orientated individual who is committed to the Democratic Alliance's principles, knowledgeable about the political landscape, and willing to work demanding and irregular hours. **Deadline** 25 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/provincial-finance-manager-eastern-cape-democratic-alliance-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• Sage / Pastel
• Driver's licence

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