Financial Operations Manager

Michelle Cloete Consulting Pty Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Financial Operations Manager in East London. The role involves coordinating financial activities, analyzing performance, and managing budgets. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, along with significant experience in financial management and reporting.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in a financial department.
• Experience in budget preparation, IFRS statutory reporting, and tax.
• Additional certifications such as CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage budgets, forecast financial performance.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting and Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Cost Control

Process Improvement

Risk Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field

Tools

Sage ERP

Job description

My client is looking for an experienced Financial Operations Manager.

Financial Operations Managers coordinate and supervise the financial activities of a company.

They analyze the company's financial performance, identify trends, assess financial risks, and make recommendations to improve financial health.

The successful candidate must be willing to travel between branches.

Responsibilities include:

1. Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage budgets, forecast financial performance, and track actual performance against budget.
2. Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and potential problems, providing insights to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
3. Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring the company has sufficient funds to meet its obligations.
4. Financial Reporting: Prepare financial reports and statements for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
5. Cost Control: Implement and monitor cost control measures to ensure operations are conducted efficiently and cost-effectively.
6. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations and enhance efficiency.
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with departments like operations, sales, and marketing to ensure financial decisions support overall business objectives.
8. Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks such as credit, currency, and interest rate risks.
9. Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations and accounting standards.
10. Decision Making: Assist management with financial analysis and recommendations for decision-making.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field.
• 6-8 years of experience in a financial department.
• Experience in budget preparation, IFRS statutory reporting, and tax (essential).
• Sage ERP experience (advantageous).
• Additional certifications such as CPA (preferred).
• Experience with consolidations (advantageous).

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