Al Baraka Bank General Manager Finance KZN Jobs 2026
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Al Baraka Bank General Manager Finance – Head Office KZN Jobs 2026 was posted yesterday on 5 October 2026 with reference GMFIN#KZN_SN. This is a senior executive vacancy in Islamic banking based at Al Baraka Bank Head Office in KwaZulu-Natal. This is one of the highest-paying legit jobs posted yesterday and is ideal for qualified Chartered Accountants and senior finance managers.
Job Overview
Company: Al Baraka Bank Limited – South Africa
Job Title: General Manager Finance
Location: Head Office – KwaZulu-Natal (Durban / uMhlanga area)
Reference: GMFIN#KZN_SN
Posted Date: 5 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Expiry Date: 31 October 2026
Job Type: Permanent – Executive Management
Salary: R900,000 – R1,200,000 per annum plus executive benefits – banking senior band
Industry: Islamic Banking / Finance / Corporate Banking
Direct Apply Link: www.albaraka.co.za/careers OR via MCI Direct Hire – Search GMFIN
Contact: Al Baraka HR Department KZN Head Office – finance@albaraka.co.za (applications via portal preferred)
About Al Baraka Bank
Al Baraka Bank South Africa is part of Al Baraka Group B.S.C., a Bahrain-based leading international Islamic bank with presence in 12 countries. In South Africa, it operates as a fully Shari’ah-compliant bank offering corporate, SME and personal banking without interest (Riba). The head office in KZN oversees finance, risk, compliance and operations for branches in Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town and Pretoria. As General Manager Finance, you will be part of EXCO and report directly to CEO. You will shape financial strategy, regulatory compliance and profitability of Islamic finance products.
Key Responsibilities
As General Manager Finance at Al Baraka Bank, you will: Provide strategic leadership for finance department – financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and management accounts. Ensure compliance with IFRS, Banks Act, SARB regulations, and AAOIFI Islamic finance standards. Manage capital adequacy, liquidity and treasury functions in line with SARB requirements. Prepare monthly EXCO and Board financial packs, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow analysis. Lead annual audit process with external auditors and Shari’ah Supervisory Board. Oversee tax compliance, VAT and corporate governance. Drive cost management and profitability analysis across corporate, SME and retail segments. Manage relationships with SARB, SARS, auditors, rating agencies and investors. Lead, mentor and develop finance team of accountants, analysts and clerks. Ensure Shari’ah compliance in all financial products – Murabaha, Musharakah, Ijarah, etc. Support CEO in mergers, expansions and digital banking strategy.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this executive role posted 5 Oct 2026: CA(SA) or CIMA or ACCA qualification is compulsory. Master’s in Finance, MBA or Islamic Finance qualification is advantageous. Minimum 10 years experience in banking or financial services, with at least 5 years at senior finance management level. Deep knowledge of IFRS, Banks Act, Basel III, and financial regulations in South Africa. Experience in Islamic banking and AAOIFI standards is highly preferred – but conventional banking senior finance experience will be considered with willingness to learn Shari’ah finance. Proven track record managing finance teams of 10+ staff. Strong Excel, SAP, and financial modelling skills. Excellent communication – you will present to Board and regulators. Must have clean credit and criminal record – senior banking roles require vetting.
Skills Required
Executive leadership and strategic thinking. Financial acumen and risk management. Regulatory knowledge – SARB, FSCA, AAOIFI. People management – mentoring CAs and finance managers. Integrity – handling confidential financial data. Islamic finance principles – understanding of Riba, Gharar, profit-sharing. Analytical – ability to interpret complex financial statements. Stakeholder management – Board, SARB, auditors.
Why This Job Is Huge Opportunity
General Manager Finance at Al Baraka is not just a job – it is a career-defining executive role. KZN is hub for Islamic finance in SA due to large Muslim community in Durban. Benefits include: Executive salary R900k-R1.2m plus annual performance bonus 20-30%. Medical aid, pension, group life, car allowance. Long-term incentive plan. Opportunity to work for international bank with presence in Bahrain, Pakistan, Turkey. Exposure to Islamic finance – fastest growing finance sector globally. Stable employer – Al Baraka SA has operated since 1989. Location – Durban offers coastal lifestyle with lower cost than Johannesburg.
How to Apply
Step 1: Go to https://www.albaraka.co.za/careers
Step 2: Search “General Manager Finance” or Ref GMFIN#KZN_SN
Step 3: Upload comprehensive CV (3 pages max for executive), CA certificate, ID, qualifications.
Step 4: Include cover letter detailing your banking finance achievements – e.g., “Reduced reporting time from 10 to 5 days, managed R5bn balance sheet”.
Step 5: Submit before 31 October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates contacted.
Note: This is senior role – ensure LinkedIn profile is updated. Al Baraka HR will do background checks, qualification verification and credit check.
Interview Preparation
Expect 3 rounds: HR screening, technical panel with CFO and CEO, and Board interview. Questions will cover: How do you ensure SARB compliance? Explain Islamic finance vs conventional. How would you manage liquidity risk? Prepare examples of cost saving, team leadership and audit management. Know Al Baraka products: Vehicle finance (Ijarah), Property finance (Diminishing Musharakah), Business finance (Murabaha).
Final Advice
This Al Baraka Bank GM Finance job posted yesterday 5 Oct 2026 in KZN is 100% verified from official portal. It closes 31 Oct 2026 – not November, but still open for application. If you are CA(SA) with banking experience, this is top-tier opportunity. Share with qualified finance executives. Campus Linc verifies every job – no fake listings. For more executive banking jobs, follow Campus Linc Blog daily.
Disclaimer: Salary band estimated from banking executive market, actual per Al Baraka offer.
