
Regional Finance Manager
- East London, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Monitor and analyse financial performance of regional property portfolios against budget and benchmarks
- Investigate anomalies or underperformance at property level as requested by the Regional Head
- Contribute financial insights and reports for strategic initiatives and key operational focus areas
- Collaborate with Asset Management on annual budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure reviews
- Track and oversee regional Capex budgets, including loading and reviewing Capex projects on MDA
- Ensure alignment and support between regional operations and centralized finance or support functions
- Compile and review monthly financial management packs for Facilities, Debtors, Leasing, and Property Management
- Prepare partner and stakeholder reporting packs specific to regional operations
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date tracking of KPAs for the region and ensure timely and structured reporting
- Support the Regional Head in compiling performance reports for Asset Management
- Ensure MDA financial data is accurate; raise and address discrepancies with relevant departments
- Coordinate weekly reporting submissions from all regional finance-related functions
- Develop weekly monitoring dashboards and metrics to drive effective portfolio management
- Conduct ad hoc analysis and reporting as required by senior management
- Ensure all financial decisions adhere to delegation of authority and regulatory requirements
- Maintain oversight of regional office financial and administrative functions (HR liaison, IT Manco attendance, office operations)
- Act as primary regional point of contact for Central Finance regarding reporting queries and data accuracy
- Manage petty cash processes and ensure timely and accurate monthly reconciliations
- Safeguard and ensure effective financial control over regional assets
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
- A professional designation such as CA(SA), CIMA, or similar will be advantageous but is not essential
- 5 to 10 years’ relevant experience in financial management, preferably within the property, real estate, or related sectors
- Solid experience in budgeting, reporting, and managing financial operations across multiple sites or regions
- Proficiency in financial systems (MDA preferred) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Experience working in a dynamic environment with both operational and strategic financial responsibilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
- Proven ability to build strong working relationships across functions
- Customer-centric approach with a commitment to service excellence
- Ethical, dependable, and results-driven
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment