Assistant Financial Manager

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable financial firm in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Financial Manager. The role involves overseeing financial reconciliations, driving budgeting processes, and leading a finance team while upholding high standards. Ideal candidates are newly qualified CA(SA) with a passion for systems and process improvement. Join this opportunity to grow within a respected brand.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial accounting or auditing.
• Confident in leading people and reviewing work.
• Deadline-driven and eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly financial reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Lead and mentor a finance team.

Skills

Financial accounting

Analytical skills

Leadership

Systems and process improvement

Education

CA(SA) or completion of SAICA articles

Tools

ERP systems (Odoo preferred)

Job description

About the job Assistant Financial Manager

Assistant Financial Manager

• Location: Cape Town (on-site)
• Type: Full-time, permanent
• Salary: R50,000 to R54,000 per month

Heres what you will do:

• Oversee monthly financial reconciliations, journals, and cashbook postings to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review and refine retail finance outputs, from POS cash-ups to banking reconciliations.
• Take ownership of financial systems and SOP adherence, performing quarterly internal reviews and identifying areas for improvement.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, validating team inputs and surfacing key insights for the Head of Finance.
• Champion automation and system integration projects, training the team and supporting change initiatives.
• Lead and mentor a talented finance team, conducting one-on-ones, identifying skills gaps, and reviewing outputs across all finance functions.

You will work closely with and oversee:

• Creditors and Debtors Clerk

We are looking for someone who is:

• A newly qualified CA(SA) or has completed SAICA articles
• Experienced in financial accounting or auditing (3+ years)
• Naturally analytical with a passion for systems and process improvement
• Confident in leading people, reviewing work, and driving high standards
• Familiar with ERP systems (Odoo experience a bonus)
• Deadline-driven, curious, and eager to grow within a brand that values excellence

This is not just another finance job it is a launchpad for your leadership career. Be part of a proudly South African brand with global reach, where you can make a difference in every spreadsheet, strategy session, and system upgrade.

Apply now and bring precision, leadership, and creativity to the world of finance.