Finance Manager CA(SA)

Salix Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Salix Recruitment client is seeking an experienced Finance Manager (CA(SA)) to own financial leadership, reporting, governance and strategic planning in a high-impact role. You will partner with the CEO and Board, lead a finance team and drive improvements in reporting, systems, cash flow and business performance.

The role focuses on using technology and data to transform finance, deliver commercial insight and shape long-term growth in an internationally oriented business based in Cape Town.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification completed
• Experience leading finance teams
• Strong IFRS and governance knowledge
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems
• Automation and digital transformation interest

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the financial strategy and budgeting processes.
• Provide strategic insights to leadership and support decision making.
• Oversee accounting, tax, regulatory compliance and internal/external audits.
• Lead cash flow management, working capital and banking relationships.
• Drive ERP improvements, automation and data visibility.
• Support acquisitions and strategic initiatives with financial modelling

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Commercial acumen

Financial analysis & modelling

Financial reporting & IFRS

Budgeting & forecasting

Team leadership

Business partnering

Risk & governance

Systems & digital transformation

Stakeholder management

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CTA

CA(SA)

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced and commercially astute Finance Manager to take ownership of the organisation’s financial leadership, reporting, governance and strategic financial planning.

This is a high-impact role for a CA(SA) who can operate beyond the numbers - providing meaningful commercial insight, partnering with senior leadership, driving financial performance and helping shape the organisation’s long-term growth strategy.

You will work closely with the CEO, Board and senior management, while leading a finance team and driving improvements across reporting, systems, automation, cash flow, controls and business performance.

We are looking for someone who is commercially minded, strategic and hands‑on, a finance leader who doesn't simply report on what happened, but uses financial information to influence what happens next.

If you are a CA(SA) with strong commercial exposure, leadership capability and a passion for using technology and data to transform finance, this could be an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation.

Duties:

• Develop and execute the financial strategy, leading budgeting, forecasting, long-term planning and capital allocation.
• Oversee accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting, ensuring strong IFRS adherence, controls and governance.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the CEO, Board and leadership team to support business and commercial decisions.
• Oversee the full accounting function, including AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, month-end close and financial processes.
• Lead cash flow forecasting, liquidity, working capital and banking relationships to support financial stability and growth.
• Manage tax, VAT, regulatory compliance and internal/external audit processes across local and international jurisdictions.
• Monitor key financial KPIs, analyse profitability and cost structures, and identify opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Drive ERP improvements, automation, AI adoption and financial reporting solutions to improve efficiency and data visibility.
• Support acquisitions, partnerships and strategic initiatives through financial modelling, due diligence, valuation and commercial analysis.
• Finance Team Leadership – Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance team while driving accountability, innovation and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CTA
• CA(SA)

Experience:

• Completed CA(SA) qualification is essential.
• 6-8 experience in a financial leadership, commercial finance or similar senior finance role.
• Strong commercial and strategic financial acumen.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Strong financial modelling and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience leading and developing finance teams.
• Strong knowledge of financial governance, controls and compliance.
• Exposure to tax, VAT and audit requirements.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and financial reporting tools.
• A strong interest in automation, AI, process optimisation and digital transformation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to confidently engage with the CEO, Board, investors and non-financial stakeholders.
• Proactive, collaborative and results-driven approach.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic Financial Leadership
• Commercial Acumen
• Financial Analysis & Modelling
• Financial Reporting & IFRS
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Team Leadership
• Business Partnering
• Risk & Governance
• Systems & Digital Transformation
• Stakeholder Management