Finance Manager

Nedbank; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African bank seeks a Finance Manager to manage the financial performance of Private Clients and Small Business Services segments. Responsibilities include financial planning, analysis, and reporting, alongside stakeholder engagement. Candidates should possess strong financial management and IFRS knowledge, with at least 2-3 years’ experience in banking. This full-time role offers opportunities for career progression and involvement in strategic financial decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years post-articles experience in banking or financial services.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting, developing rolling forecasts.
• Understanding of IFRS principles and SARS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies aligning with PPB's growth objectives.
• Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Build dynamic financial models for informed decision-making.

Skills

Financial Management

IFRS Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Proactive Decision-Making

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Professional Qualifications/Honours Degree

Chartered Accountant

Job description

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Personal and Private Banking

Accounting

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Job Purpose

The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the financial performance of the Private Clients and Small Business Services (SPS) segments within the Personal and Private Banking (PPB) cluster, ensuring accurate reporting, robust financial planning, and strong stakeholder engagement.

This role requires advanced financial management expertise, IFRS knowledge, and the ability to influence strategic decisions in a dynamic, high‑pressure environment.

The Finance Manager will focus primarily on financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting for these segments.

The role involves financial business partnering with segment heads and centers of excellence (e.g., tax, expenses, NIR/NII), providing actionable insights to optimize profitability and cost structures.

While the core responsibility is PPB, the incumbent should have a high‑level understanding of adjacent investment offerings to s

Why join our team!

Step into a role where finance meets strategy and impact.

As Finance Manager within Personal and Private Banking (PPB), you'll be at the center of shaping financial outcomes for high‑value segments, partnering directly with senior leaders and influencing decisions that drive growth.

This is not just about reporting numbers—it's about creating insights that steer the business forward.

You'll work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and collaboration, with the opportunity to design robust financial planning processes, implement best practices, and lead automation initiatives that transform efficiency.

Expect to tackle complex challenges—tight deadlines, regulatory requirements, and diverse stakeholders—while building strong relationships that position you as a trusted advisor.

In return, you'll gain exposure across banking and investment segments, access to executive‑level decision‑making, and a clear path for career progression within one of South Africa's leading financial institutions.

If you're analytical, proactive, and influential, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, this role offers the perfect platform to make your mark and grow your career.

Job Responsibilities

Lead the development of financial strategies that align with PPB's growth objectives, ensuring accurate translation of business initiatives into financial outcomes.

Perform detailed variance analysis to identify underlying drivers of performance and proactively recommend corrective actions.

Build dynamic financial models to support scenario planning and stress testing, enabling informed decision-making under varying market conditions.

Facilitate quarterly and annual planning sessions with business heads, ensuring alignment between operational goals and financial targets.

Accounting & Compliance

Oversee the integrity of financial data by implementing rigorous controls and reconciliation processes across all PPB segments.

Act as the primary liaison during audits, ensuring timely resolution of queries and adherence to governance frameworks.

Continuously monitor changes in IFRS and tax regulations, advising stakeholders on implications for PPB's financial position and reporting obligations.

Reporting

Transform raw financial data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and visualization tools.

Develop executive‑level dashboards and presentations that highlight key trends, risks, and opportunities for strategic decision‑making.

Ensure reporting processes are streamlined and automated where possible to reduce manual intervention and improve turnaround times.

Financial Business Partnering

Serve as a trusted advisor to segment leaders, translating complex financial concepts into clear, actionable recommendations.

Drive accountability by embedding financial KPIs into operational scorecards and coaching stakeholders on performance improvement.

Collaborate with centers of excellence to integrate specialized inputs (e.g., tax, NIR/NII) into holistic financial narratives for PPB leadership.

Implement robust governance frameworks to safeguard PPB's financial integrity, including proactive identification and remediation of control weaknesses.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing operational risk and enhancing compliance across all financial processes.

Technical Focus Areas

Design and implement advanced budgeting methodologies that incorporate predictive analytics for greater accuracy.

Lead audit readiness initiatives, including pre‑audit reviews and stakeholder education to minimize disruptions during audit cycles.

Ensure disclosures and financial statements meet both regulatory standards and internal quality benchmarks, reflecting PPB's commitment to transparency.

Essential Qualifications – NQF Level

Professional Qualifications/Honours Degree

Preferred Qualification

Chartered Accountant

Minimum Experience Level

2–3 years post-articles experience, ideally gained in a banking environment or broader financial services sector.

Solid understanding of IFRS principles and SARS compliance, with the ability to apply these in a complex, regulated environment.

Proven track record in budgeting and forecasting, including experience in developing rolling forecasts, three‑year plans, and quarterly outlooks.

The ability to translate business initiatives into accurate financial projections is critical.

Hands‑on experience in audit management, including preparing for audits, managing stakeholder expectations, and resolving queries efficiently.

This includes the ability to educate non‑finance stakeholders on audit requirements and ensuring smooth audit cycles.

Exposure to financial statement preparation and disclosures, demonstrating strong technical accounting acumen and attention to detail.

Experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), with the ability to provide meaningful commentary on variances, trends, and performance drivers.

Technical / Professional Knowledge

Banking procedures

Business principles

Business writing

Cluster specific operations

Governance, Risk and Controls

Principles of financial management

Relevant regulatory knowledge

Relevant software and systems knowledge

Research methodology

Decision‑making process

Disclaimer

Preference will be given to candidates from the underrepresented groups.

Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at ***************.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Banking and Financial Services

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