Senior Financial Manager : Nmsis

Sanlam Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative financial services group is seeking a Senior Financial Manager to oversee reporting strategies and enhance financial processes. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with IFRS and managing financial risks while fostering a culture of inclusivity and growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. Join a forward-thinking company committed to democratizing financial solutions and making a significant impact across Africa. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to financial inclusion in a high-performance environment.

Benefits

Growth prospects

Innovative work environment

Contribution to financial inclusion

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of senior management experience in financial services.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with governance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Analytics

Education

CA (SA) qualification

Tools

Financial Software

IFRS

Job description

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Sanlam Fintech is a newly established digital-first business within the Sanlam Group, on a mission to democratize financial advice and solutions across Africa.

We aim to pioneer inclusive financial confidence, helping people build strong foundations to bridge the wealth gap across generations.

Our culture emphasizes agility and continuous deployment. We believe in fast, cost-effective learning and forward-thinking.

We strive to provide a work environment where knowledge workers can accelerate their ideas, foster innovation, and achieve their career aspirations.

NMS Insurance Services (SA) Ltd (NMS Insurance Services) is a micro insurer and part of Sanlam Fintech.

NMS Insurance Services is a recently acquired subsidiary, with Sanlam holding a 60% interest from MultiChoice Group.

Sanlam is a leading financial services group known for innovative insurance, investment, health, and credit solutions across Africa.

Part of Sanlam's strategy involves digitizing business models to attract digital-first customer segments that are traditionally hard and costly to reach.

About the role

This role oversees reporting strategies and processes, including management, risk, regulatory, and statutory reporting.

Reporting to the CEO of NMS Insurance Services and dotted line to the CFO of Sanlam Fintech, the Senior Financial Manager supports the CFO in achieving finance objectives aligned with company culture.

The role involves managing finance resources, providing sound financial advice, ensuring rigorous accounting processes, and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure the accuracy of financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
2. Manage timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
3. Coordinate audits and liaise with auditors to ensure compliance.
4. Document internal control policies and procedures.
5. Manage the financial close process and control accounts reconciliation.
6. Handle tax affairs, including corporate income tax, VAT, and dividends tax, liaising with internal tax experts.
7. Identify and manage financial risks with mitigation strategies.
8. Review internal financial controls and risk matrices, recommending improvements.
9. Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
10. Oversee financial reporting systems and improve system efficiencies.
11. Collaborate across departments and with stakeholders to ensure accurate management reports.
12. Prepare financial statements, valuation reports, and reports for governance bodies.
13. Ensure compliance with governance standards like King IV and the Companies Act.
14. Support risk management by maintaining the risk register and monitoring controls.
15. Build relationships across departments and with stakeholders, including participating in business-critical projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• CA (SA) qualification.
• 8-10+ years senior management experience in financial services.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in financial software, data analytics, IFRS, and taxation knowledge.

What we offer

Opportunity to contribute to financial inclusion and education, working in a high-performance, innovative environment with growth prospects.

Additional info

Application process, transformation commitments, and diversity policies are outlined, emphasizing our inclusive workplace and development opportunities.