Finance Manager

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consulting firm in Cape Town is seeking a driven Finance Manager to lead the financial function. The successful candidate will develop financial policies, prepare reports, and manage cash flow, while fostering collaboration across departments. Ideal for those wanting to move from a corporate environment, this role offers an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing culture that values work-life balance. Applicants should have significant managerial experience and knowledge of Xero Accounting Systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience as a Financial Manager in a small to medium sized business.
• SAICA or SAIPA Articles completed.
• Strong knowledge of financial policies and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial policies ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Create and monitor annual budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
• Provide strategic insights from financial data analysis.
• Manage the company's cash flow and fund allocation.
• Oversee risk management activities.
• Collaborate with departments for aligned financial goals.
• Implement financial strategies for growth and profitability.
• Ensure accuracy and documentation of financial records.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Risk management

Xero Accounting Systems

Education

Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Post Graduate Diploma in Finance or Accounting

Job description

A dynamic and growing consulting firm in the legal space is looking for a driven and entrepreneurial Finance Manager to head up the full finance function. The individual will be responsible for the financial strategy of the business, ensuring that all accounting is in accordance to relevant reporting standards.

The role will be based on site in the Newlands office and would be an ideal fit for an experienced professional who is looking to move away from the typical corporate environment and be part of a company with a high performing culture, while maintaining a healthy work / life balance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices
• Create and monitor annual budgets and forecasts and provide regular updates to senior management
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Analyse financial data and provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management
• Manage the company's cash flow and ensure that funds are correctly allocated and invested
• Oversee risk management activities, including insurance, hedging, and other financial instruments
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that financial goals are aligned with overall business objectives
• Develop and implement financial strategies that support growth and profitability
• Ensure that the company's financial records are accurate and up-to-date and that all financial transactions are correctly recorded and documented

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• Post Graduate Diploma in Finance or Accounting
• SAICA or SAIPA Articles completed
• 10 years + experience working in a small to medium sized business as a financial manager.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero Accounting Systems

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to Hire Resolve at [e-mail]

You are also welcome to contact Michaela Boustred on LinkedIn or call her on 021 551 8638.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful