F&I Manager - Dealership Exp.

Bonafide Human Capital; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonafide Human Capital is seeking a Senior Financial Manager with hands-on accounting experience in an ICT environment. The role covers day-to-day financial operations, VAT compliance, and commercial analysis to drive profitability across multiple branches.

You will manage cash flow, prepare management accounts and coordinate with external auditors. Ideal candidates have a BCom Accounting or equivalent, strong Xero and Salesforce skills, and a track record in delivering accurate, timely

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or an equivalent accounting qualification.
• Solid practical accounting and financial management experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Xero is essential.
• Salesforce experience is essential.
• Strong financial analytical and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and accounting activities using Xero.
• Manage debtors, creditors, payment runs and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyse financial information, management accounts and month-end reports.
• Assist with VAT preparation and financial compliance.
• Monitor cash flow, outstanding payments and financial performance.
• Provide financial insights and analytical support to the business owner.
• Support commercial decision‑making, pricing and profitability analysis.
• Work with Salesforce and other digital platforms to improve financial visibility and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate finance processes and improve operational efficiencies.
• Liaise with outsourced accountants on technical accounting and statutory submissions.

Skills

Xero

Salesforce

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

VAT compliance

Education

BCom Accounting

Tools

Xero

Salesforce

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• Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and accounting activities using Xero.
• Manage debtors, creditors, payment runs and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyse financial information, management accounts and month-end reports.
• Assist with VAT preparation and financial compliance.
• Monitor cash flow, outstanding payments and financial performance.
• Provide financial insights and analytical support to the business owner.
• Support commercial decision-making, pricing and profitability analysis.
• Work with Salesforce and other digital platforms to improve financial visibility and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate finance processes and improve operational efficiencies.
• Liaise with outsourced accountants on technical accounting and statutory submissions.
• BCom Accounting or an equivalent accounting-related qualification.
• Solid practical accounting and financial management experience.
• Strong, hands‑on experience with Xero is essential.
• Salesforce experience is essential.
• Strong financial analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Good understanding of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, VAT and month-end processes.
• Strong digital and technology capabilities, with an interest in automation and AI.
• Pricing experience would be advantageous.
• Experience within the advertising, media or related commercial environment would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and accounting activities using Xero.
• Manage debtors, creditors, payment runs and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyse financial information, management accounts and month-end reports.
• Assist with VAT preparation and financial compliance.
• Monitor cash flow, outstanding payments and financial performance.
• Provide financial insights and analytical support to the business owner.
• Support commercial decision‑making, pricing and profitability analysis.
• Work with Salesforce and other digital platforms to improve financial visibility and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate finance processes and improve operational efficiencies.
• Liaise with outsourced accountants on technical accounting and statutory submissions.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Accounting or an equivalent accounting‑related qualification.
• Solid practical accounting and financial management experience.
• Strong, hands‑on experience with Xero is essential.
• Salesforce experience is essential.
• Strong financial analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Good understanding of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, VAT and month‑end processes.
• Strong digital and technology capabilities, with an interest in automation and AI.
• Pricing experience would be advantageous.
• Experience within the advertising, media or related commercial environment would be beneficial.

Additional Requirement

• Commercially minded with a good understanding of business performance and profitability.
• Financially analytical, with the ability to interpret numbers and translate them into meaningful business insights.
• Hands‑on, proactive and comfortable taking ownership.
• Hungry for growth, ambitious and eager to expand beyond traditional accounting.
• Confident and personable, with the ability to engage directly with business owners and stakeholders.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Digitally savvy, innovative and interested in leveraging technology to improve finance operations.

Our client operates in the ICT sector, providing technology‑related solutions to the market. They need a Financial Manager who can take charge of the accounting function, keep financial processes under control and ensure management has a reliable view of the company’s financial position.

This is a hands‑on position covering everything from daily accounting and SARS submissions to budgeting, forecasting and year‑end reporting. You’ll also oversee payroll and work directly with external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function, including debtor and creditor accounts, reconciliations and financial records.
• Oversee cash flow, budgets, forecasts and SARS VAT submissions.
• Take ownership of month‑end and year‑end reporting processes.
• Manage payroll and liaise with external auditors.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• BCom Accounting or a related qualification.
• Proven experience overseeing the full accounting function.
• ICT, technology or managed IT services experience advantageous.
• Strong technical accounting, cash flow management, budgeting and reporting skills.

As Senior Financial Manager, you will provide financial leadership across the group.

• Leading the finance function and delivering accurate, insightful monthly management accounts and executive reporting.
• Providing the MD with weekly financial and operational dashboards covering revenue, gross profit, WIP, debtors, insurer recoveries, productivity, margins and cash flow.
• Driving branch‑level profitability analysis, identifying underperformance and recommending corrective action.
• Managing rolling cash‑flow forecasts, working capital and cash discipline across the group.
• Monitoring and improving WIP, job cards, invoicing delays and completed‑but‑not‑invoiced work.
• Taking ownership of debtor collections, insurer recoveries, short payments and aged balances.
• Analysing labour recovery, productive hours, efficiency and overtime to identify opportunities to improve branch performance.
• Protecting margins through effective monitoring of parts, paint, consumables, supplier pricing, credits and write‑offs.
• Identifying margin leakage, cost risks and operational inefficiencies and partnering with branch and workshop managers to address them.
• Leading budgeting, forecasting, business cases, supplier reviews, capex proposals and branch performance reviews.
• Maintaining strong financial controls across banking, creditors, debtors, payroll, stock, approvals and financial processes.
• Ensuring audit, tax, statutory, POPIA, insurer and internal policy compliance.
• Leading, developing and mentoring the finance team, creating a culture of accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Supporting the implementation and governance of technology, workflow, reporting and AI‑enabled tools that improve operational and financial visibility.

You’ll be measured on your ability to:

• Drive profitability.
• Provide clear visibility of gross profit and EBITDA across all 10 branches and identify opportunities to improve performance.
• Strengthen cash flow.
• Maintain accurate weekly cash‑flow forecasting and improve working capital, collections and insurer recoveries.
• Improve operational performance.
• Use financial data to identify opportunities around WIP, labour recovery, productivity, parts margins and cost control.
• Give the MD clarity.
• Deliver concise, decision‑ready reporting that highlights risks, opportunities, exceptions and recommended actions.
• Strengthen controls.
• Ensure robust financial governance, approval disciplines, reconciliations and compliance across the group.
• Build a high‑performing finance team.
• Develop a capable, accountable team with strong processes, cross‑training and succession cover.

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant BCom / Finance / Accounting qualification.
• CA(SA) Advantageous.
• Strong experience in financial management, management accounting, reporting and commercial finance.
• Experience managing finance across multiple branches, sites or business units.
• Strong Excel, ERP, reporting, dashboard and data‑analytics capabilities.
• Proven experience with WIP, working capital, debtors, cash flow and profitability analysis.
• The confidence to challenge branch performance constructively and hold stakeholders accountable.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to turn complex financial information into clear commercial recommendations.
• A hands‑on, energetic and solutions‑driven approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial reviews and detailed financial analysis.
• Prepare and review IFRS‑compliant financial information.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
• Deliver high‑quality reporting within strict deadlines.

Tax, VAT & Compliance

• Prepare and review tax and VAT submissions.
• Liaise directly with SARS on tax‑related matters.
• Review VAT reconciliations and tax calculations.
• Provide technical guidance on IFRS, taxation, and Companies Act requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Support business decision‑making through financial analysis and insights.
• Assist with strategic finance initiatives and key business projects.
• Contribute to group reporting requirements.

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Financial Controllers and Accountants.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support the ongoing development of the finance function.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, or ACCA is highly preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in budgeting, financial planning, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP), financial software, and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the education sector is a significant advantage.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• This hybrid role in Sandton provides a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and impact.