Foundation accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFE008909/CHAN

Date posted:

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

400000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Build a legacy with numbers - join our client as a Foundation Accountant and help turn funding into real-world impact!

POSITION INFO:
Job & Company Description:

We are proud to be recruiting for a well-established non-profit foundation dedicated to creating meaningful change in communities across South Africa. This organisation funds and delivers impactful programmes and they need the right financial expertise to ensure every rand makes a difference. As the Foundation Accountant based in Johannesburg North, you will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity, ensuring compliance, and providing accurate reporting that supports the foundation’s mission. This is more than just managing numbers - it’s about enabling life-changing projects to flourish.

Duties include (not limited to)

Manage the full accounting function for the foundation, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
Prepare financial statements, donor reports, and compliance documentation.
Monitor budgets and track project expenditures to ensure responsible fund management.
Liaise with auditors, stakeholders, and project managers to maintain transparency and accountability

Education:

BCom degree in a related field

Experience:

8 – 10 years’ experience required within a similar role
NPO or Foundation experience beneficial

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