Finance Manager

Adams Adams; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Africa is seeking a visionary Finance Manager to oversee financial strategy and team performance. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance Manager will ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and contribute to the firm's sustainability and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, be capable of driving financial innovation, and effectively manage a team. This role promises an engaging environment where you can influence and develop talent.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial management, leading teams, and driving financial strategies.
• Capability to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
• Strong collaboration skills with various stakeholders including partners and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 8 finance professionals.
• Ensure financial integrity and compliance across operations.
• Contribute to the firm's long-term sustainability and profitability.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Financial strategy development

Regulatory compliance

Operational efficiency optimization

Job description

At Adams & Adams, we pride ourselves on being an industry leader in Africa, driven by a commitment to client centricity and unparalleled service. We foster an environment of trust, collaboration and personal growth for our people and our community.

Our success is built on attracting and nurturing exceptional talent while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. We are deeply committed to the development and well-being of our people, striving to create an engaging work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. By empowering our team to bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the workplace, we ensure that our clients receive the best possible service.

As the strategic engine of our firm, the Finance Department ensures precision, compliance, and profitability across every legal transaction. We are inviting applications from visionary Finance Managers to lead with insight and integrity. Someone who is ready to elevate financial strategy, drive innovation, and lead a team that values impact, excellence, and professional development.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance Managerplays a pivotalroleinensuringthe financialintegrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiencyof the firm. The positionisresponsibleforsupportingfinancial strategiesandensuringaccurateandcontinuous improvements across operations.

As a people leader, the Finance Manager leads a team of 8,influencing a high-performance culture built on collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. The rolecalls forstrong leadership to align team efforts with firmwideobjectives, optimisingresource allocation, and ensuringthat financial processes support the evolving needs ofour business.

By combining strategicapproachwith operational discipline, the Finance Manager contributes directly to the firm’s long-term sustainability, profitability, and reputation for excellence, in collaboration withpractice group leaders,Partners and support staff.