Finance Manager

Investong Human Capital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial management consultancy in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and possess a professional qualification such as CA(SA) or CIMA. Key responsibilities include managing journals, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential, along with at least 5 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting. This position involves significant teamwork and communication with executive management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all journals and final GL balances.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts.
• Lead production of statutory accounts for the Group.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting principles

IFRS

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

Cost control

Advanced MS Excel

Education

Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or SAIPA

Tools

Pastel

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Buildsmart

Job description

Minimum requirements

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or SAIPA (added advantage / often required)

Experience

• Minimum of 58 years relevant experience in finance or accounting
• At least 35 years in a managerial or supervisory role
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and IFRS
• Proven experience in financial analysis, cash flow management, and cost control
• Proficiency in financial systems and accounting software (e.g. Pastel, SAP, Oracle, Sage, Buildsmart)
• Advanced MS Excel skills

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving ability
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Compliance & Governance

• Knowledge of taxation, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Experience with audits (internal and external)
• Understanding of corporate governance and risk management

Added Advantage

• Experience in the Civil Engineering and Construction industry
• Postgraduate qualification (Honours / MBA)

Operational Requirements

• Responsibility for all journals and final GL balances including review of month end balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and reports for operational management.
• Take a lead role in the production of statutory accounts for the Group and its various subsidiary companies as and when required in accordance with the relevant accounting principles and the applicable legislative requirements.
• Assist with driving the year‑end audit to conclusion and deal with auditor queries.
• Play a part in providing relevant & timely financial information to the Exco to enable a balanced and objective assessment of the Groups strategy and objectives.

Budgets and forecasts

• Play a part in the preparation of budgets, forecasts and business plans and continued monitoring.

Financial management & controls

• Ensure that debtors are invoiced timeously, and debt collection processes are followed and accurately documented in the debt management system. Report progress to the Chief Executive Officer on a weekly basis.
• Ensure monthly creditor and bank reconciliations are performed accurately and ready for review by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Releasing payments signed off by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Preparing monthly processing of payroll and payments to employees.
• Review fixed asset register for all companies in the group on a monthly basis and ensure accuracy and completeness of the content.
• Perform monthly reviews of work performed by financial personnel in Group companies and report findings to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Prepare accurate audited and signed financial statements, Bank Rating and Bank Confirmation letters.

Taxation

• Ensure returns for Corporation tax, VAT and other relevant taxes are submitted, payments made on time and all relevant regulations are complied with.

General

• Ensure the Chief Financial Officer is kept informed of industry developments, which are relevant to the operation of an efficient finance function.
• Carry out any further tasks for which your qualifications & experience are suited as directed by the Company as mutually agreed.

Behavioral Attributes

Personal Attributes Required:

• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality work within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several transactions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong financial awareness.
• Strong Negotiator. Good numeracy skills.
• Being able to work with a team.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent IT skills and knowledge of relevant software.
• Client liaising.
• High attention to detail.
• High understanding of financial processes.
• Strong financial sector knowledge.
• Ability to manage a team.