Finance Manager

QCIC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

QCIC is seeking a Finance Manager in Cape Town to oversee payroll and accounts payable for global entities (SA/UK/US/India). The role includes assisting with SA statutory requirements and global finance operations, with a view to professional growth.

You will handle VAT, tax submissions, and month-end close while supporting budgeting and financial reporting for multiple entities. The position offers a permanent, full-time path in a growing global business.

Qualifications

• Senior finance experience with payroll handling and accounts payable.
• Solid knowledge of local tax legislation and VAT handling.
• Experience in month-end close, GL reconciliations and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll for SA and international entities and ensure timely submissions.
• Oversee accounts payable and supplier reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT reconciliations and local statutory submissions.
• Assist with month-end close, intercompany charges, and consolidated accounts.
• Prepare financial reports with commentary for the Senior Finance Manager.
• Support budgets and variance analysis with explanations.
• Mentor junior staff and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Tax & VAT understanding

Financial reporting

Budgeting

General ledger

Tools

Excel

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Finance Manager to manage payroll and the accounts payable function for the global businesses including SA, UK, US, and India. You will also assist the Senior Finance Manager with the statutory requirements of our SA companies as well as the management of our global financial operations. This role is an opportunity to grow for the right candidate.

Career Details

Finance Manager • Location: Cape Town • Salary: Competitive • Contract: Permanent • Hours: Full Time

What You Will Do

Payroll

• Onboarding employees as well as maintaining and updating payroll records for SA and US.
• Assist in answering employees’ questions regarding payroll‑related matters for SA and US.
• Responsible for timely and accurate payroll processing, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Ensuring that all payroll statutory submissions are completed timely (UIF, SDL).
• Processing all monthly SARS payments on E‑filing.
• Preparing monthly EMP201.
• Reconciling and submitting EMP501 at tax year end.
• Distributing IRP5’s at tax year end.
• Issuing payslips.
• Assisting the Senior Finance Manager with the global payrolls for KSA, India, Dubai, HK, and any new entities.

Finance

• Preparing VAT reconciliations and local submissions for all entities.
• Managing statutory requirements for SA including CIPC submissions, compensation commissioner returns, etc.
• Prepare and file US sales tax returns.
• Work with external advisors to ensure all VAT refunds are processed for additional countries.
• Assisting with month‑end closing processes including general ledger reconciliation, intercompany charges, and consolidated management accounts.
• Preparing financial reports with commentary and analysis when required for the Senior Finance Manager.
• Assisting the Senior Finance Manager with budgets and identifying variances with explanatory narratives.
• Bookkeeping tasks such as reconciling bank accounts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable overview.
• Providing general assistance to the Senior Finance Manager.
• Managing and mentoring junior staff.

What We Are Looking For

• Relevant experience in a senior finance role including payroll.
• Solid knowledge of payroll principles, processes, and procedures.
• Solid understanding of local tax legislation and practices.
• Adequate knowledge of bookkeeping practices and accounting standards.
• Competent using Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with excellent numeracy skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability and adaptability when working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Able to maintain confidentiality, tact, and discretion at all times.
• Interested in learning and working in a growing global business.