
Financial Manager
- Centurion, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Maintain general ledger integrity, including monthly sub-ledger reconciliations
- Lead month-end and year-end closing processes while supporting annual audit procedures
- Oversee fixed asset register management and maintenance
- Execute intercompany loan and transaction reconciliations
- Conduct monthly VAT and PAYE reconciliations
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual)
- Compile comprehensive monthly reports across multiple entities for management review
- Ensure full compliance with tax, audit, and regulatory requirements
- Manage cashbook operations and payment processing workflows
- Optimize cash flow forecasting and liquidity management
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with banking partners, auditors, and external stakeholders
- Develop, enhance, and document robust business processes and accounting policies
- Strengthen internal control frameworks and oversee audit processes
- Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations and tax legislation
- Identify potential financial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
- Analyze financial trends and identify emerging risks and opportunities
- Align financial strategies with operational requirements and strategic objectives
- Support the development and implementation of new or enhanced accounting systems
- Manage relationships with third-party stakeholders and service providers
- Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment
- Promote organizational culture focused on accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
- Provide additional accounting support and staff assistance as needed
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (mandatory)
- Completed articles of clerkship
- Professional certification such as CA(SA), CIMA, PA(SA), or CPA
- 3-5 years of relevant financial management experience
- CaseWare experience (essential)
- Experience with SAGE Intacct accounting software (preferred)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of financial management principles, accounting standards, and tax regulations
- Experience with various accounting software platforms
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities with meticulous attention to detail
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while meeting tight deadlines
- Strong leadership abilities combined with strategic thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
- Adaptability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments