Finance and Governance Manager

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to oversee financial management and compliance across the organisation. The ideal candidate will have a BCom Degree and 5–8 years of experience in financial management, focusing on governance and compliance. Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills are crucial for this role, which offers an opportunity to enhance financial operations and ensure adherence to relevant legislation.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in financial management.
• Strong understanding of IFRS for SMEs and internal control frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Monitor and review financial performance.
• Strengthen financial governance and compliance.
• Manage cash flow and capital expenditure.

Skills

Financial leadership

Governance compliance

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

SUMMARY :

Are you a strategic and detail-oriented finance professional with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and financial leadership?

POSITION INFO :

Our client is seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to take ownership of financial management, controls, and compliance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and optimise the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring financial targets align with organisational objectives.
• Monitor and review financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Strengthen financial governance, reviewing and implementing controls, systems, and policies to ensure compliance and sustainability.
• Oversee management, including preparation of monthly reports, variance analysis, and year-end audit coordination.
• Manage cash flow and capital expenditure, ensuring financial stability and effective utilisation of funds.
• Supervise bank payments, stipends, and reconciliations to maintain accuracy and reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and mitigating fraud risk.
• Oversee contract management for suppliers, service providers, and lease agreements, ensuring financial prudence and compliance.
• Support and monitor corporate compliance areas including B-BBEE, Employment Equity, Skills Development, SETA / QCTO, OHS, and SARS reporting.
• Partner with the and executive leadership to drive finance transformation and governance initiatives.

Job Experience and Skills Required :

• A BCom Degree in Accounting / Finance (Postgraduate or professional qualification advantageous).
• 5–8 years’ experience in financial management, with exposure to governance and compliance functions.
• Strong understanding of IFRS for SMEs, financial systems, and internal control frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead financial operations, enhance controls, and support organisational strategy.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.