Financial Manager

Joblink Placement; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event production company in Cape Town seeks a Financial Manager to oversee financial operations and develop strategies that promote growth. The ideal candidate is a Chartered Accountant with 3-5 years of financial management experience and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include financial reporting, budget management, and team leadership. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' post-articles experience in financial management.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.
• Highly proficient with technology and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies and budgets.
• Conduct cost efficiency analysis and provide recommendations.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements and compliance with IFRS.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance against budgets.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Mentor accounts team and promote best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Cost efficiency analysis

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) registered with SAICA

Tools

Xero

Google Workspace

Job description

Introduction

Job overviewMy client, a leading event technical and scenic production company, is looking for a dynamic Financial Manager to join their fast‑paced, collaborative team and drive financial strategies that fuel their growth and success.

The successful candidate will oversee all financial operations, ensuring precision, compliance, and strategic insight in a high‑energy, deadline‑driven environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered Chartered Accountant (CA) who thrives in a dynamic setting, loves tackling challenges and is passionate about optimising costs to support ambitious growth plans.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Strategy & Planning : Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to support business objectives. Provide actionable insights through detailed variance analysis to drive performance.
• Cost Efficiency Analysis : Conduct ongoing analysis of equipment, materials, and labour spend, identifying opportunities for cost optimisation and operational efficiencies. Present data‑driven recommendations to senior management to enhance profitability.
• Financial Reporting : Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, monthly management accounts, and technical accounting journals. Ensure compliance with IFRS for SME and SAICA standards.
• Budget Management : Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to ensure cost efficiency and effective resource allocation. Monitor performance against budgets and provide strategic recommendations.
• Audit & Compliance : Coordinate external audits, prepare audit schedules, and ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory reporting, and internal controls. Stay updated on regulatory changes to safeguard the company's financial integrity.
• Team Leadership : Mentor and guide the accounts team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Assist with complex general ledger reconciliations and promote best practices within the team.
• ERP & Systems Optimisation : Collaborate with management and finance teams to enhance ERP systems, streamline reporting processes, and drive automation for greater efficiency.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Work closely with the CEO, management and department heads to align financial strategies with business goals. Communicate financial insights clearly to non‑financial stakeholders to support decision‑making.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Requirements, knowledge and skills Qualifications : Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) registered with SAICA.
• Experience : Minimum of 3‑5 years' post‑articles experience in financial management, ideally within a fast‑paced industry such as events, media, or manufacturing.
• Skills & Attributes : Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen eye for detail. Proven ability to conduct cost efficiency analysis and implement cost‑saving initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.
• Highly proficient with technology, with the ability to quickly adapt to and master any software program, including our core tools, Xero for accounting and Google Workspace for collaboration and productivity.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (our systems will be integrated within our rental management platform) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with a knack for simplifying complex financial concepts.
• Thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and can manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Passionate and excited to contribute to a creative, innovative company within the events industry in South Africa.