Finance Manager

Outsourced CFO; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee accounting, ensure IFRS compliance, and lead the finance team. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with financial systems. This full-time, office-based role is essential in supporting SMEs in South Africa through effective financial management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years experience, preferably with mid-sized companies.
• Leadership experience in a financial role.
• Working knowledge of IFRS.
• Project management experience.
• Communication skills (verbal and written) are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting function.
• Direct and lead the Finance Department.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS.
• Responsible for monthly reporting and audits.
• Cash flow management and forecasts.

Skills

Cognos

Forecasting

Hyperion

Dealership Experience

QuickBooks

Accounting

Corporate Finance

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Budgeting

Financial Management

Financial Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel Advanced

Xero

Sage

Quickbooks

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Financial Manager. Our client is a financial services company that focuses exclusively on providing financing to established SMEs. They are dedicated to fostering inclusive growth in South Africa by helping SMEs expand.

Our client values truthful, candid, creative, curious, conscientious and committed to holistic learning and growth. They operate as a close-knit team engaging face-to-face with customers and stakeholders and therefore maintain an entirely office-based work environment. If you are passionate about supporting the growth of SMEs and building South Africa you could be the right fit.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting function
• Direct and lead the Finance Department team
• Ensure IFRS compliance
• Responsible for monthly reporting and Annual Financial Statements of several companies and the audit engagement
• Experience with or possess a sound conceptual understanding of the principles inherent in a financing business
• VAT & income tax returns and SARS queries
• Insurance matters
• Budgets
• Key process management; ensure effectiveness and maintain efficiencies
• Sign-off process compliance activities
• Manage projects; plan, execute and debrief; coordination; manage project resources
• Prepare reports and timeous delivery; alert management to exceptions
• Cash flow management and forecasts
• Compile reports and present to Exco; prepare reports for Board meetings and funders

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years experience (preferably with exposure to mid-sized companies including reporting to external stakeholders)
• Leadership experience in a financial role
• Working knowledge of IFRS
• Project management
• General Microsoft Office tools; Excel Advanced
• Exposure to ERP systems & Xero / Sage / Quickbooks
• Flexibility to adapt with business changes
• Analytical mind, organized, precise and meticulous
• Problem solver
• Ability to take initiative, learn quickly and strive for results
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong team player and motivator
• Full-time on site - Randburg

Key Skills

Cognos, Forecasting, Hyperion, Dealership Experience, QuickBooks, Accounting, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Financial Management, Financial Planning

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1