Assistant Financial Manager Mr Price Money

Mr Price; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Mr Price Money is seeking an Assistant Financial Manager to lead accurate financial reporting, insights and robust financial planning that support the business's long‑term goals. Your work will influence the group's financial health and operational success.

You will oversee month‑end close, budgeting and forecasts, statutory and audit compliance, and monthly/half‑year/annual reporting packs. You will coach a high‑performing finance team and drive process improvements for speed and accuracy.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification (must be registered).
• 2–5 years post-articles experience in a commercial environment with exposure to financial reporting, budgeting and month end.
• Strong proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen; retail or financial services sector experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and finalise month-end close to ensure accurate, compliant financial results.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve queries proactively.
• Perform detailed variance analysis and drive cost discipline across the business.
• Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Partner with leadership teams to shape strategic and long-term business plans.
• Manage internal and external audit engagements, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and company policies.
• Support ongoing IFRS reviews, assessments and implementations.
• Lead a high-performing finance team with clear expectations, coaching, and continuous development.
• Produce insightful commentary, financial reports and board packs
• Strengthen cost management, optimise cash flow and support finance operational efficiencies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Commercial acumen

Education

CA(SA) qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Assistant Financial Manager Mr Price Money

Job Description

Purpose of the Role

In this dynamic position, you will lead the delivery of accurate financial reporting, meaningful insights, and robust financial plans that support the business's long-term goals. Your work will directly impact Mr Price Money's financial health and operational success.

Responsibilities

1. Monthly Closing & Financial Control

• Oversee and finalise month-end close to ensure accurate, compliant financial results.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve queries proactively.
• Perform detailed variance analysis and drive cost discipline across the business.

2. Strategic Planning & Budgeting

• Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Partner with leadership teams to shape strategic and long-term business plans.

3. Statutory & Audit Compliance

• Manage internal and external audit engagements, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and company policies.
• Support ongoing IFRS reviews, assessments and implementations.
• Lead a high-performing finance team with clear expectations, coaching, and continuous development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, agility, and customer-centricity.
• Influence key stakeholders through strong communication and professional leadership.

5. Reporting & Insights Delivery

• Prepare and submit monthly, half-year and year-end reporting packs.
• Assist in compiling annual budget and strategy decks.
• Produce insightful commentary, financial reports and board packs

6. Business Improvements & Operational Excellence

• Strengthen cost management, optimise cash flow and support finance operational efficiencies.
• Champion process improvements, automation, and system optimisation to enhance accuracy and speed.
• Contribute to continuous evolution of financial controls and governance.
• Other adhoc activities

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification (must be registered).
• 2-5 years post-articles experience, preferably within a commercialenvironment where you have exposure to financial reporting, budgeting and month end
• Strong proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen; retail or financial services sector experience is beneficial.

Why Join Mr Price Money?

• A culture that values innovation, people development and excellence.
• A business where your insights shape real-world decisions.
• Opportunities to grow your leadership capability and career trajectory.
• A high-energy environment where passion and performance go hand-in-hand.

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.