Finance Manager (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Excellerate; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial management firm in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Finance Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will oversee the reconciliation process for utility accounts related to property transitions. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, over 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in financial reconciliation, utilities accounting, or similar functions.
• Strong understanding of deposit management.
• Proven ability to manage processes with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the reconciliation process for utility accounts flagged for termination or ownership transfer.
• Verify final utility statements and ensure they align with prior accruals and actual usage.
• Prepare and maintain reconciliation schedules with full audit trail.

Skills

Financial reconciliation

Utilities accounting

Accrual accounting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

CPA/CA(SA)

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Finance Manager (12-month fixed term contract)

Hyde Park
Gauteng

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Finance Manager for a temporary assignment to oversee and manage the reconciliation process for utility accounts related to properties being terminated or transferred to new ownership.

This role is critical in ensuring all financial records tied to these transitions are accurate, timely, and compliant with internal controls.

What you will bring

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CA(SA) preferred).
• 5+ years’ experience in financial reconciliation, utilities accounting, or similar functions.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and deposit management.
• Proven ability to manage processes with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

What you will be doing

• Lead the reconciliation process for utility accounts flagged for termination or ownership transfer.
• Verify final utility statements and ensure they align with prior accruals and actual usage.
• Review and validate deposits held on accounts to confirm appropriate treatment upon closure or transfer.
• Monitor account closure triggers, such as the receipt of the final bill or issuance of the Certificate of Compliance (COC) to the new owner.
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., property management, accounts payable, legal) to gather required documentation and status updates.
• Prepare and maintain reconciliation schedules with full audit trail and supporting evidence.
• Flag and resolve discrepancies between accrued amounts, deposits, and actual utility charges.
• Provide clear reporting on reconciliation progress, risks, and outstanding items.
• Ensure all reconciliations are completed in accordance with internal policies and timelines.