Finance Manager

Agile Bridge; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Bridge is seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to run the full finance function for our growing technology business in Pretoria. You will drive accurate financial reporting, compliance, and insightful analysis to support strategy.

Responsibilities include bookkeeping, month-end close, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, audits, and system optimisations with Sage or Xero. This role requires 5+ years in finance and strong IFRS/compliance knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in financial management or accounting roles.
• Experience with audits, reporting cycles, and compliance.
• Ability to communicate financial insights to stakeholders.
• Proficient in using Sage or Xero for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full bookkeeping and monthly close processes.
• Prepare board packs and variance analysis for leadership.
• Lead annual budgeting and costing models.
• Manage SARS VAT, income tax, payroll tax compliance.
• Monitor cash flow, forecast working capital needs.
• Coordinate payroll and external audits.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial planning

Analytical thinking

Internal controls

Stakeholder communication

Education

BCom Accounting degree

Tools

Sage

Xero

Payspace

Job description

We’re looking for a hands‑on and detail‑driven Finance Manager to manage the full finance function across our growing technology business. This role is essential in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance, optimising cost management, and supporting business strategy through insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Bookkeeping

• Manage the full bookkeeping function, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Prepare and post month-end journals and maintain general ledger integrity.
• Process and oversee all customer invoicing, credit control, and supplier payments.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Compile and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal stakeholders and shareholders.
• Prepare comprehensive board packs, incorporating financial results, variance analysis, forecasts, and commentary.
• Develop and manage financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyse the financial impact of business decisions and assess their effect on Profit After Tax (PAT).

Budgeting, Costing & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor ongoing budget performance.
• Establish and update costing models to track and improve project and departmental profitability.
• Forecast future business performance, cash requirements, and revenue targets based on market and internal trends.

Governance, Compliance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with SARS regulations and relevant financial legislation, including VAT, income tax, and payroll tax.
• Maintain internal controls and monitor adherence to policies and procedures.
• Manage B-BBEE-related financial submissions and activities.
• Oversee risk identification and implement mitigation strategies across financial operations.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor daily cash balances, ensuring optimal cash flow and working capital levels.
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts and scenario planning to support business decision-making.

Payroll & Audit

• Oversee payroll processes and ensure alignment with financial records and compliance standards.
• Lead the preparation for and management of external audits, ensuring timely submission and a clean audit opinion

Systems & Tools

• Leverage financial systems such as Sage or Xero for accurate reporting and transaction management.
• Continuously improve finance processes through system optimisation and automation

Skills and Competencies:

Essential:

• Excellent accounting knowledge with strong attention to detail.
• Effective financial planning and analysis skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in managing internal controls and compliance.
• Ability to communicate financial insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Beneficial:

• Experience in the IT/software or consulting sectors.
• Familiarity with multi-currency or multi-national financial environments.
• Sage, Xero, or Payspace software experience.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BCom Accounting or equivalent degree (completed articles advantageous).
• Minimum 5+ years in a similar financial management or accountant role.
• Experience managing audits, financial reporting cycles, and compliance processes