Finance Manager

Confidential; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative credit fund is seeking a Financial Manager to lead their finance team. This role involves overseeing month-end processes, preparing financial statements, and liaising with auditors and investors. The ideal candidate will have a CIMA qualification or significant experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the financial health of the organization and help drive strategic decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual looking to grow in the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of finance experience post-articles with a strong background in compliance.
• Proficient in financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage finance team and oversee month-end processes.
• Prepare forecasts and present them to senior management quarterly.

Skills

CIMA qualification

Financial modelling

Proficiency in Excel

Risk identification

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CIMA qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client, a niche credit fund specializing in property secured lending, is looking to hire a bright, young individual to join their team as the Financial Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and support the finance team
2. Review month-end files and management packs each month
3. Present and discuss management packs with senior management monthly
4. Submit monthly management packs and quarterly updates to shareholders/investors
5. Review VAT and income tax submissions
6. Liaise with auditors to schedule and complete audits within deadlines, handling queries and disclosures
7. Review individual and consolidated financial statements
8. Manage creditors control function
9. Review and approve all payment requisitions
10. Ensure legal documentation aligns with finance requirements for each deal
11. Liaise with investors regarding requested financial information
12. Manage tax efficiency across group companies
13. Prepare quarterly cashflow and profit forecasts, comparing with budgets
14. Present forecasts to senior management quarterly
15. Deregister older funds, companies, and trusts in the group
16. Oversee treasury management and risk management
17. Manage the property portfolio

Requirements:

1. CIMA qualification or substantial experience with a bachelor’s degree
2. At least 3 years of post-articles finance experience
3. Experience in compliance is beneficial
4. Proficiency in Excel; advanced skills are a plus
5. Financial modelling experience is advantageous
6. High integrity and strong social skills
7. Organized, calm, and capable of multitasking
8. Effective communicator with stakeholders
9. Risk identification and problem-solving skills
10. Ability to work independently and in a team

Desired Skills:

• CIMA
• Experience as a Financial Manager
• Financial Services knowledge
• Property sector experience
• Based in Southern Suburbs