Finance Manager

C40 Cities; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognised leader in the insurance industry is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager for their Johannesburg team. This role involves driving financial management and ensuring compliance while delivering accurate reporting. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant qualifications, alongside at least 3 years of experience in finance. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a chance to significantly impact the team through financial expertise.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a finance-related role, ideally within the insurance industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles and analytical techniques.
• Experience in compliance within regulated finance environments.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly VAT returns to ensure accuracy and analyse variances.
• Manage provisional tax and income tax return processes.
• Collaborate on budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Financial principles

Accounting standards

Analytical techniques

VAT principles

Compliance requirements

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Professional Qualification in Accounting (CA(SA) or CIMA)

Job description

A globally recognised leader in the insurance industry is looking for a dynamic Finance Manager to join their Johannesburg team. This role offers flexibility, with the option to work on either a full-time or part-time basis.

Positioned at the core of the finance function, this role offers an exciting opportunity to drive financial management, ensure compliance and deliver accurate reporting. With flexible working arrangements and a culture that fosters collaboration and professional development, this position is ideal for someone who excels in teamwork and is eager to make a significant impact through their financial expertise.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Finance Manager:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Professional Qualification in Accounting would be advantageous (i.e., CA(SA) or CIMA)
• of 3 years’ experience in a finance-related role, ideally within the insurance industry
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards and analytical techniques for complex organisations
• Proven expertise in VAT principles
• Understanding of compliance requirements in regulated finance environments; familiarity with South African regulations is advantageous

Key duties of the Finance Manager:

• Review monthly VAT returns from brokers and underwriting managers, ensuring accuracy and analysing variances
• Assist with the annual Cover holders’ VAT review process, including report distribution and solution implementation
• Liaise with revenue authorities on VAT queries and outstanding refunds
• Support statutory audits by reviewing financial statements and addressing auditor queries
• Manage provisional tax and income tax return processes with external providers, resolving issues as needed
• Collaborate with the General Manager on budgeting, forecasting and tracking against budgets
• Review journal postings before system uploads and contribute to monthly finance reporting
• Compile bi-monthly VAT processes and half-yearly/yearly finance reports for central finance teams
• Support ad hoc internal audits and address tax-related queries
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to ensure efficient finance operations

Key personal skills:

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Accurate and efficient under pressure
• Self-motivated with a collaborative mindset
• Positive, organised and driven with a strong work ethic

If you are eager to join a globally renowned insurance business and take on high-impact financial management responsibilities while collaborating with a close-knit, like-minded team, contact us to explore this exciting opportunity.

About the job

Contract Type: Perm

Focus: Finance & Accounting

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Johannesburg

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Banking & Financial Services

Focus: Finance & Accounting

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Johannesburg

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: 1H3JR7-E17701A3

Date posted: 11 August 2025

Consultant: Tiegan Stevens

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