Finance Manager CA(SA)

Hire Resolve; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits structure

Direct involvement in strategic operations

Opportunity for career advancement

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Junior Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) for their finance team. This role offers recently qualified professionals a hands-on opportunity in financial management, including project costing and compliance. Candidates should be registered with SAICA and possess deep knowledge of IFRS. The company provides a competitive salary, career advancement, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), registered with SAICA.
• Recently qualified (CA(SA) fresh out of articles) or up to 2 years of relevant post-articles experience.
• Exposure to or a strong interest in the construction, engineering, or plant hire sector is advantageous.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and South African tax legislation (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax).
• Exceptional analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Monitor project costing, job cards, and track profitability per project.
• Support the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of annual budgets.
• Perform complex reconciliations and manage Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Ensure adherence to IFRS, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation calculations.
• Support internal and external audits and assist in cash flow projections.
• Work with site managers and quantity surveyors to ensure financial accuracy.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and company policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication abilities

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Job description

Job Description

A fast-growing and well-established player in the construction and plant hire industry is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Junior Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) to join their core finance team in Cape Town. This role is perfect for a recently qualified professional looking to transition into a hands-on, high-impact Financial Management position with clear growth potential.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining the financial health of the business, focusing heavily on project costing, financial reporting, and compliance within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Assist with the end-to-end preparation of monthly management accounts and comprehensive financial reports.

• Cost & Profitability Tracking: Closely monitor project costing, job cards, and track profitability per individual project.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.

• Treasury & Reconciliation: Perform complex reconciliations (bank, supplier, customer, inter-company) and manage the full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.

• Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to IFRS, company policies, and statutory requirements, including SARS (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax).

• Asset Management: Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee accurate depreciation calculations.

• Audit & Cash Flow: Support internal and external audits and assist in preparing cash flow projections.

• Operational Collaboration: Work closely with site managers and quantity surveyors to ensure financial accuracy and control across all construction projects.

• Internal Control: Implement, maintain, and continuously improve internal financial controls and company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualification: Must be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), registered with SAICA.

• Experience: Recently qualified (CA(SA) fresh out of articles) or up to 2 years of relevant post-articles experience.

• Industry: Exposure to or a strong interest in the construction, engineering, or plant hire sector is highly advantageous.

• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of IFRS and South African tax legislation (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax).

• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, strong time management, and excellent communication abilities for collaborating across different departments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits structure.

• Direct involvement in the strategic financial operations of a key industry player.

• Genuine opportunity for career advancement and professional development.

• A collaborative and dynamic work culture that values growth and team contribution.

To apply, kindly send your comprehensive CV to Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve.

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Visit our website: www.hireresolve.co.za

Should you not hear back within 3-5 business days, please deem your application as unsuccessful at this time. We will keep your CV on file should a better suited role arise.