Fixed Term Contract, Flexible hours, Part-time, Temporary, Work Cape Town, CBD About the Organisation And the Role The Homestead is a well‑established non‑profit organisation based in Cape Town, dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and youth through a range of social services and development programmes. This NPO is seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented individual to provide temporary, part‑time finance support during a busy operational period. This is a hands‑on support role rather than a formal position, ideal for someone who can step in quickly, work independently, and assist the Finance Manager in maintaining smooth financial operations. Main Duties & Responsibilities Assist with the preparation and updating of Excel‑based financial reports Support reconciliation processes using Pastel accounting software Capture and verify financial data with a high level of accuracy Provide general finance and administrative support as required Maintain organised financial records and documentationAssist with ad hoc finance‑related tasks and projects Liaise with the Finance Manager to ensure deadlines are met Identify and flag discrepancies or issues proactively Required Skills & Experience Work experience and industry exposure Matric or equivalent is required Qualification or coursework in Finance, Accounting, or Bookkeeping preferred At least 1–3 years’ experience in a finance, bookkeeping, or administrative role Exposure to accounting systems (Pastel experience advantageous but not essential) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work collaboratively while also being self‑directed Professional and respectful engagement with team members Excellent administration and organisational skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline‑driven environment Highly reliable, accountable, and self‑motivated Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision General computer literacy (MS Office, email systems) Proficient in Microsoft Excel (essential) Ability to quickly learn internal systems and processes Availability for ±2 days per week for the full contract duration Must be based in or able to work from Cape Town Job Features Job Category: Admin, Office & Support, Finance, NGO/NPO Location: Cape Town CBD Reporting to: Finance Manager Nature of contract: Temporary, fixed‑term contract Hours of work: ±2 days per week (flexible scheduling) Salary range: R800‑R1000 per day (subject to experience) Start date: 15 May – 15 August 2026 Closing date for applications: 13 May 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr