Assistant Financial Manager CA (SA)

RecruitMyMom; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid (Discovery)

Medical Insurance (Stratum)

Provident Fund

Job summary

RecruitMyMom is looking for an ambitious Assistant Financial Manager CA (SA) in Cape Town. This role offers a chance to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced retail environment, gaining exposure to multi-channel operations and strategic projects.

The ideal candidate is a qualified Chartered Accountant with experience in financial analysis and Excel, seeking a long-term career with growth potential. Join a collaborative team dedicated to building an iconic brand with local and international ambitions.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with CA(SA) registration.
• Completed articles at a recognised audit firm.
• Strong analytical skills using Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support financial operations and strategies.
• Contribute to projects outside of traditional finance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership in initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Proactive problem-solving

Commercial curiosity

Ownership mindset

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Completed SAICA articles

Tools

ERP systems (Odoo)

Job description

Paarden Eiland, South Africa | Posted on 26/06/2016

Are you a recently qualified CA(SA) who wants more than a traditional accounting role? We're recruiting for an Assistant Financial Manager CA (SA) for a prestigious retail business.

We are not just looking for technical expertise - we are looking for a high-potential, future business leader. This role is designed for an ambitious professional who wants to look beyond the numbers and truly understand how finance drives operations, retail, marketing, supply chain, and global growth strategy.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and want a long-term career with a well-known South African lifestyle brand, this is your platform for rapid professional development.

Key Traits for Success

To thrive in this dynamic and evolving environment, you should bring:

Commercial Curiosity: A genuine desire to learn how businesses operate commercially and holistically.

High Energy & Resilience: The ability to operate with pace, take accountability, and thrive in a demanding, fast-evolving business.

Ownership Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who takes responsibility and contributes fresh ideas.

Ambition to Grow: Up-and-coming finance talent hungry to step into larger leadership roles over time.

Requirements

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) registration.

Completed SAICA articles at a recognised audit firm.

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency with strong financial analysis capability.

Exposure to retail, FMCG, or multi-entity environments.

Working knowledge of ERP systems, specifically Odoo.

Why Apply?

Legacy & Scale: Join an iconic brand with heritage, ambition, and a long runway for local and international growth.

Beyond the Ledger: Gain direct exposure to a multi-channel retail business and impact projects outside of traditional finance.

Mentorship & Visibility: Work directly with senior leadership and contribute to strategic initiatives.

Culture: Be part of a hands‑on, collaborative, and hard‑working team that takes immense pride in building something meaningful together.

• Medical Aid (Discovery)/Medical Insurance (Stratum) and Provident Fund