Finance Manager

SET Consulting; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee statutory financial accounting and compliance. The candidate should have extensive experience in financial management, with credentials like a BCom (Hons) and CA(SA). This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization in the renewables sector, enhancing governance and risk management practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level experience in financial and technical management.
• Proven expertise in enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing multi-jurisdictional operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory financial accounting processes, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
• Manage financial reporting, taxation, audit, and treasury functions.
• Develop and enforce compliance framework aligned with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Senior-level financial management experience

Expertise in enterprise risk management

Knowledge of renewable energy sector

Proficiency in MS Office Suite and SAP

Education

BCom (Hons) in Accounting (NQF Level 7)

Registered Chartered Accountant (CA)SA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg

Industry: Renewables & Environment

Experience Level: Mid-Senior

Functional Area: Finance

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to join our leadership team. This pivotal role is responsible for leading all statutory financial accounting processes, developing and enforcing financial policies, and ensuring robust risk management and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will drive compliance, oversee financial systems, and provide strategic financial insights to executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Compliance: Lead statutory financial accounting processes, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
• Drive governance and risk management frameworks.
• Strengthen and enforce internal controls, financial systems, and business processes.
• Performance Management & Reporting: Deliver accurate performance analysis and timely reporting.
• Oversee business planning and strategy processes.
• Act as a central point for internal / external reporting queries.
• Statutory Reporting & Governance: Manage financial reporting, taxation, audit, and treasury functions.
• Lead integrated risk management and advise on capital / operational expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and King Commission standards.
• Compliance & Corporate Risk Management: Develop and maintain a compliance framework aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with local and international financial regulations.
• Business Modelling & Capital Projects: Manage capital project budgets and IPP SPVs debt.
• Provide input on investment evaluations and long-term financial planning.
• Advise on investments, refinancing, mergers, acquisitions, and capital expenditure.
• Shared Services Coordination, Financial Budgeting & Management

Qualifications

• BCom (Hons) in Accounting (NQF Level 7) or equivalent.
• Registered Chartered Accountant (CA)SA preferred.
• Risk Management and Compliance certifications advantageous.
• Valid Driver’s License and Certificate of Fitness (COF).

Experience & Skills

• Extensive senior-level experience in financial and technical management.
• Proven expertise in enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing multi-jurisdictional operations.
• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector is highly advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and management accounting.
• Advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Excel & PowerPoint) and SAP.

Personal Attributes

• Strong report writing, auditing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict-handling abilities.
• Demonstrated trust and honesty in handling finances.

Ready to take the next step in your finance career?

Apply now to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the renewables and environment sector!