Finance Business Partner

Applications are invited for this permanent full – time Finance Business Partner position.

Finance Business Partner

JOB PROFILE

START DATE: 01 October 2026
DEPARTMENT: Finance
REPORTS TO: Finance Manager
CLOSING DATE: 05 August 2026

Organisational Description

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls that is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province, with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Grade 12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter, CV with names of three contactable references, a copy of the highest qualification/s, and a copy of an identity document. Interested candidates should register their profile on http://www.pnet.co.za and submit their application there. Further information about the Academy can be found on its website (www.owlag.co.za).

Regrettably, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications will not be considered. Only applications submitted through the Pnet portal will be considered. Only suitably qualified applications will be considered. Should you not hear from us by 31 October 2026, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The Academy reserves the right not to fill this position.

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The employment decision shall be informed by the Academy’s Employment Equity Plan. The Academy intends to promote equity (race, gender, and disability) through the filling of this position with a candidate whose promotion or appointment will promote representativity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan.’

‘The Academy, in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), will attempt to ensure that the confidentiality of all applicants for this role is protected. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but it will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.’

Purpose of the job

• To provide high-quality financial management information and advice to the Academy stakeholders;
• To drive the effective and efficient utilisation of the Academy’s resources by ensuring that the best value for money is achieved from all procurement;
• To consistently enforce compliance with finance processes, procedures and controls;
• To provide ongoing guidance and skills development to junior staff within the finance department.

Minimum academic requirements and experience

• Matric;
• A 3-year Degree in Commerce, majoring in Accounting or Financial Management;
• A minimum of five to seven years’ experience in financial accounting, with demonstrable strength in financial recording & reporting and procurement;

Added Advantage

• Intermediate to advanced level experience with financial accounting software;
• Experience in a learning environment;
• A relevant post graduate qualification.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager in implementing financial strategy, maintaining finance policies and procedures, and planning for future operational needs.
• Assist with the preparation and management of the Academy’s budget, ensuring compliance with approved financial plans.
• Monitor monthly financial performance, manage budget variances and queries, oversee asset and payment administration, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and submit compliance and funding reports and applications, ensuring adherence to organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee procurement to ensure value for money, budget compliance, and adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
• Act as the Finance Manager’s delegate when required and provide guidance to finance and asset management staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitude

• Sound knowledge of financial management policies, procedures and controls;
• Sound knowledge of procurement and bidding processes;
• Strong understanding of accounting technical principles and application;
• Team player with very strong interpersonal and communication skills,
• Excellent attention to quality, accuracy and thoroughness;
• Ability to be assertive in maintaining the Academy’s policies and protocols;
• Reliable, conscientious, professional with bias toward collaboration;
• Ability to work independently, take proactive decisions within scope of decision making;
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;
• Demonstrated experience in multitasking and managing priorities;
• Advanced computer literacy skills;
• Take responsibility and accountability for professional development;
• Willingness to participate in the broader life of the Academy and to contribute positively to the ethos of the school;
• Act with the highest integrity and uphold the Academy’s values (Respect, Honour, Compassion, Service, Responsibility and Accountability) at all times.