Commercial Finance Manager

Cf6Aea3B-339A-4B61-A527-535C3F5407A4; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in South Africa, Gauteng is looking for a Data and Commercial Financial Manager. This executive role entails strategic oversight of product funds, guiding financial modelling and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications such as CA(SA) or MBA, with extensive experience in finance and analysis. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of senior finance or product performance analysis experience.
• At least 2 years in an executive or Exco role.
• Proven leadership in analysing performance of large-scale product funds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial modelling and forecasting.
• Build costing models and performance measurement frameworks.
• Engage with stakeholders and ensure compliance.

Skills

Financial modelling

Strategic decision-making

Team Management

Pricing strategies

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Chartered Accountant CA(SA)

CFA

MBA

Postgraduate qualification in Applied statistics

Tools

SQL

Python

R

ERP systems

Job description

Data and Commercial Financial ManagerThis role requires someone that will be accountable for the strategic oversight of value-added product funds across the Group.

The role provides executive-level guidance on financial modelling, costing structures, and product financial performance to ensure sustainability, transparency, and profitability.

This position partners closely with the Executive Team and Board to influence strategic decision-making and safeguard stakeholder value.Qualification / Experience : Chartered Accountant CA(SA), CFA, CIMA, MBA, or equivalent professional qualification advantageousPostgraduate qualification in Applied statistics and / or Applied mathematics, Data Science, Sensitivity - Operational Financial Engineering / Quantitative Finance or similar essential8–10 years' senior finance or product performance and analysis experienceAt least 2 years in an executive or Exco roleProven leadership in analysing performance of large-scale product funds, costing structures, or financial planning operationsTrack record of engaging at Board level and influencing strategic decisionsExperience in Product financial performance analysisFinancial services industries experienceIFRS relevant to fundsTeam ManagementStrong knowledge of costing methodologiesProficiency in financial management systems, ERP, and BI / reporting tools / SQL / Python / RSkilled in pricing strategies, and risk-adjusted decision-makingDuties : Financial modellingForecasting, and scenario analysisBuilding costing models, product portfolio administration frameworks, and performance measurementGovernance, risk and complianceFinancial oversight and performanceStakeholder engagementLeadership and people management