Finance Manager

Outsourced CFO; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Financial Manager in Randburg to oversee accounting functions and manage key financial processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience, excellent leadership and project management skills, and a strong understanding of IFRS compliance. This full-time position requires a detail-oriented individual who can work closely with the executive team and deliver timely financial reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in a financial role with exposure to mid-sized companies.
• Experience leading a financial team.
• Knowledge of IFRS compliance and reporting.
• Ability to manage cash flow and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting function and lead the Finance Department team.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and handle monthly reporting.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements and manage audit engagements.
• Oversee VAT & income tax returns and manage cash flow.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a financial services company focused on providing financing to established SMEs in South Africa. They are committed to fostering inclusive growth by helping SMEs expand.

The client values individuals who are truthful, candid, creative, curious, conscientious, and dedicated to holistic learning and growth. Operating as a close-knit team, they engage face-to-face with customers and stakeholders in an entirely office-based environment. If you are passionate about supporting SME growth and building South Africa, you could be the right fit.

As the Financial Manager, you will work closely with the executive team, gaining broad exposure to the business and overseeing the accounting functions for the group, along with key financial processes related to customer servicing. You will report directly to the Commercial Director and collaborate with other senior management team members.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the accounting function;
2. Lead the Finance Department team;
3. Ensure IFRS compliance;
4. Handle monthly reporting, prepare Annual Financial Statements for multiple companies, and coordinate audit engagements;
5. Possess a sound understanding of principles inherent in a financing business;
6. Manage VAT & income tax returns and handle SARS queries;
7. Oversee insurance matters;
8. Develop and monitor budgets;
9. Manage key processes to ensure effectiveness and maintain efficiencies;
10. Ensure sign-off process compliance activities;
11. Manage projects from planning to execution and debriefing;
12. Coordinate project resources and prepare reports;
13. Deliver reports timely and alert management to exceptions;
14. Manage cash flow and forecasts;
15. Prepare reports for Exco, Board meetings, and funders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience, preferably with exposure to mid-sized companies and reporting to external stakeholders;
• Leadership experience in a financial role;
• Working knowledge of IFRS;
• Project management skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel (Advanced level);
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks;
• Flexibility to adapt to business changes;
• Analytical, organized, precise, and meticulous mindset;
• Problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to take initiative, learn quickly, and strive for results;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong team player and motivator;
• Position is full-time and on-site in Randburg.