Finance Manager

Conova (PTY) LTD; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Conova (PTY) LTD is seeking an experienced financial manager to oversee accounting records, monthly management accounts, VAT, and payroll processes within a hospitality-focused group.

The role demands strong IFRS/IAS knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and proficiency in SAGE Evolution and SAGE Intacct. You will manage a finance team, work under deadlines, and collaborate with Head Office finance and external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Completed SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA articles or equivalent.
• Min 5 years financial management experience, with at least 2 years in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of South African Tax/VAT laws and hospitality industry regulations.
• Proficient on SAGE Evolution & SAGE Intacct.
• Advanced Excel.
• Opera and Micros knowledge (advantageous).
• Excellent understanding of IFRS/IAS and financial reporting standards.
• Effective team management skills and ability to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting records in line with reporting standards and Group Finance SOPs.
• Day-to-day processing of all financial data (invoices, journals).
• Monthly preparation of the management accounts and executive summary.
• Processing of all relevant monthly journal entries.
• Process and reconcile the cashbooks/bank accounts.
• Reconcile monthly VAT and payroll processing (medical aid and pension funds).
• Oversee financial performance of business units and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with external auditors during year-end audit.
• Collaborate with Head Office finance team and participate in leadership meetings.

Skills

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's in Finance

SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA articles

Tools

SAGE Evolution

SAGE Intacct

Excel

Opera

Micros

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounting records, in line with reporting standards and Group Finance SOPs.
• Day-to-day processing of all financial data (invoices, journals).
• Monthly preparation of the management accounts and executive summary.
• Processing of all relevant monthly journal entries.
• Process and reconcile the cashbooks/bank accounts.
• Reconcile & process of the monthly payroll including medical aid and pension funds.
• Reconcile monthly VAT.
• Ensure proper procedures and controls for purchasing, receiving, stores and requisitioning.
• Review and interrogate monthly stock take reports.
• Preparation of the annual budget and monthly monitoring of spend in line with budget.
• Preparation of monthly forecasts.
• Maintain the debtors and suppliers age analysis.
• Co-ordinate with external auditors over the year end audit.
• Oversee financial performance of business units and make recommendation for improvement
• Participate in monthly feedback meetings with leadership to assist with decision making.
• Collaboration and communication with Head Office finance team.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (essential)
• Completed SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA articles or equivalent (preferred)
• Min 5 years financial management experience, with at least 2 years in the hospitality industry
• Strong knowledge of South African Tax/VAT laws and hospitality industry regulations
• Proficient on SAGE Evolution & SAGE Intacct
• Advanced Excel
• Opera and Micros knowledge (advantageous)
• Excellent understanding of financial reporting standards (IAS, IFRS)
• Effective team management skills
• Attention to detail and analytical acumen
• Ability to work in a pressurized environment with deadlines