Finance Manager Strategic Support

The position of Finance Manager: Strategic Support is vacant. The Finance Manager Strategic Support will report directly to the Senior Manager: Finance and forms part of the Finance Division. The position is based at Head Office in Pretoria.

The total remuneration package will be between R1,165,101 and R1,456,304 based on the Scheme’s Remuneration Policy and dependent on the candidate’s skills and experience.

The closing date for applications will be Wednesday, 24 June 2026.

Overview

The Finance Manager: Strategic Support position forms part of the Finance Division and reports directly to the Senior Manager: Finance. The role is responsible for providing both strategic and operational support to ensure the effective implementation of the Finance Division’s strategy. Key focus areas include driving finance-related projects, coordinating strategic and actuarial initiatives, strengthening financial governance, and supporting decision-making through financial planning, analysis, and reporting. The position is based at Head Office in Pretoria.

The Finance Manager: Strategic Support will be required to provide strategic and operational support to the Senior Manager: Finance through the implementation of the following key responsibilities:

• Drive the implementation of the Finance Division’s strategy and coordinate finance-related projects across the organisation.
• Identify and evaluate strategic investment opportunities to enhance the Scheme’s Net Asset Value
• Lead and monitor finance-related strategic and operational projects, ensuring delivery within set timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with actuaries on benefit design, pricing, and long-term financial modelling to support scheme sustainability.
• Conduct and oversee financial, actuarial, and variance analyses to ensure informed, evidence-based decision-making.
• Contribute to the formulation and monitoring of the budgeting and financial planning processes across the organisation.
• Ensure strict adherence to financial governance, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Support finance governance structures through the preparation of reports, presentations, and technical papers for the Finance Committee, Audit Committee, and Board of Trustees.
• Oversee actuarial coordination functions, including analysis and interpretation of actuarial reports, income band reviews, and financial performance tracking.
• Contribute to the development and execution of alternative funding models and the evaluation of financial sustainability initiatives.
• Lead and support audit readiness, risk management, and compliance improvement activities.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to staff within the Finance Strategic Support unit to enhance performance and professional development.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships within and outside the organisation to strengthen the delivery of the Finance Division’s objectives.

Qualification requirements are

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Strategy, or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Strategy, or related discipline will be advantageous.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in financial management and reporting.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing financial and business strategies.
• Experience coordinating actuarial or analytical functions and interpreting complex financial data.
• Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, and governance frameworks.
• Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Prior experience in the medical schemes or healthcare industry will be advantageous.

Skills

• Strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex financial data and trends.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Proven leadership and people management capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to compliance and governance excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong project management and innovation abilities.
• Results-driven approach with accountability for outcomes.
• Demonstrated ethics, transparency, and integrity in all work.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strategic and Results Orientation.
• Collaborative and relationship-driven mindset.
• Resilience and sound judgment under pressure.
• Change agility and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Commitment to the GEMS values of Excellence, Member Value, Integrity, Innovation, and Collaboration.

Desirable

In-depth understanding of financial and actuarial management in the medical schemes industry

GEMS employs people with the highest level of integrity – submission to the appropriate pre-employment assessment is obligatory to be considered for the position.

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GEMS adopts a hybrid work model

An internal employee must be in their current role for at 12 months before they will be considered for other vacancies within the Scheme.

GEMS reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment

GEMS is guided by the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to groups who are underrepresented in accordance with the GEMS employment equity plan.

Successful candidates will be required to seek approval to conduct other work outside of GEMS.

GEMS Employees are required to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the organisation's paramount values: Excellence, Member Value, Integrity, Innovation, and Collaboration.