Automotive OEM - Assistant Finance Manager

Motorecuit; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive brand in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Assistant Finance Manager. This role involves financial oversight, managing reporting areas, payroll processes, and compliance. The ideal candidate will be a newly qualified CA(SA) or BCom Accounting graduate with 1-5 years of experience and a strong grasp of financial systems. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with competitive remuneration and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of post-article experience.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing financial systems and controls.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports and statutory submissions.
• Manage payroll processes and ensure compliance.

Skills

Financial systems proficiency

Analytical ability

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Newly Qualified CA(SA) or BCom Accounting

Job description

Automotive OEM - Assistant Finance Manager

Gauteng, Northern Suburbs

#DriveYourCareerForward with a leading automotive brand!

Fuel your future and join an OEM where your financial expertise keeps the engine running smoothly.

Our client is on the lookout for a detail-driven Assistant Finance Manager to support the financial operations of a high performing automotive OEM. If you thrive on precision, enjoy driving process improvements and want to be part of a fast paced, professional environment – this one is for you!

The Assistant Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining and supporting the financial functions of the business – ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement across all accounting, management and reporting areas.

Duties include :

Financial Accounting & Taxation :

• Assist in implementing and maintaining effective financial systems, controls, and processes.
• Maintain accurate financial data and ensure integrity in all reporting.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports and statutory submissions.
• Manage general ledger and sub-ledger accounts, creditors’ payments, and debtors’ recoveries.
• Oversee fixed asset registers and controls.
• Review VAT, provisional and annual tax returns, and other statutory returns.

Management Accounting :

• Prepare monthly management accounts and quarterly reporting packs.
• Support profitability analysis across departments.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and expense planning.
• Manage costing methods and contribute to treasury and cash flow management.

Dealership Financial Reporting :

• Review and analyse monthly dealer financial reports.
• Support profitability management and financial viability across all dealerships.

Payroll Management :

• Assist with managing payroll processes and ensure timely, accurate payments.
• Verify compliance with HR policies and statutory deductions.
• Manage grants, bursaries, and education-related tax allowances.

People Management & Administration :

• Oversee reporting finance staff (e.g., Credit Controllers, Accountants).
• Conduct performance reviews, training assessments, and disciplinary actions as required.

Risk & Compliance :

• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance and risk management policies.

Other :

• Provide input on financial strategy and new business ventures.
• Manage supplier relationships and contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate managerial decision-making records.

Requirements :

Qualification :

• Newly Qualified CA(SA) or BCom Accounting with completed articles and 1–5 years post-article experience.
• Strong business acumen and analytical ability.
• Proficient in financial systems and IT as a business enabler.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel occasionally (local & national).
• Automotive financial experience highly advantageous.

If your current experience and skillsets tick majority of the job specification boxes, then:

Apply directly now – Send your CV to [e-mail]

Feel free to contact Hayley directly on 087265 3364 or send a WhatsApp to 082442 5410 for more information.

Submission closing date: No later than 29th October 2025