Finance Manager CA(SA)

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial organization in Cape Town is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and drive improvements. The ideal candidate will hold a CA(SA) qualification, possess at least 2 years of experience in financial services, and have strong Excel skills. Responsibilities include managing cash flow, preparing financial statements, and conducting budgeting and forecasting. This is a permanent position with a market-related salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ post-articles experience, preferably in Financial Services or Short-Term Insurance.
• Strong technical skills in financial analysis and reporting.
• Deadline-driven and a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly accounting processes and reconciliations.
• Manage cash flow, investments, and payment approvals.
• Oversee the preparation of statutory and regulatory returns.
• Oversee statutory and regulatory returns (FSCA, SARS, RBI, Prudential Authority, NAMFISA).
• Ensure accounts and financial statements are reconciled monthly.
• Prepare annual financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Liaise with auditors and implement/improve controls.

Skills

Strong MS Excel skills

Leadership and management skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal and presentation abilities

Excellent analytical and numerical skills

Education

CA(SA) qualification

Tools

Great Plains

SAP

Accpac

Job description

Finance Manager – Short-Term Insurance Industry

Location: Cape Town
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Market-related

Are you a qualified CA(SA) with a passion for financial leadership and excellence? Hire Resolve’s client, a reputable organisation in the short-term insurance industry, is seeking a highly motivated Finance Manager to join their dynamic team in Cape Town.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving process improvements within the finance department. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly accounting processes, reconciliations, and management reports
• Manage cash flow, investments, and payment approvals
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Oversee the preparation of statutory and regulatory returns (FSCA, SARS, Reserve Bank, Prudential Authority, NAMFISA)
• Ensure all control accounts, balance sheets, and income statements are reconciled monthly
• Prepare annual financial statements in line with IFRS
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Implement and improve financial systems, processes, and internal controls
• Support regional managers with financial insights and reporting

Requirements

• CA(SA) qualification (essential)
• Minimum 2 years’ post-articles experience (experience in Financial Services / Short-Term Insurance preferred)
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Experience with Great Plains, SAP, or Accpac (advantageous)
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills
• Deadline-driven, organised, and a strong team player

Key Competencies

• Leadership and management skills
• Strong interpersonal and presentation abilities
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Results- and deadline-oriented

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated finance professional ready to take the next step in your career, apply now! Send your updated CV to the Hire Resolve team and connect with Lidene Pienaar via LinkedIn today.

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? Website: www.hireresolve.co.za

If you do not hear back within 3–5 business days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We will keep your CV on file should a more suitable opportunity arise.