Financial Manager

GVW Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent finance company in Cape Town seeks a skilled Financial Manager to optimize operational efficiency in finance functions. You will oversee financial operations, manage reporting, and lead a cohesive team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and substantial experience in accounting roles. This role offers growth with potential relocation opportunities to the USA.

Qualifications

• 5 – 7 years business experience in accounting and reporting.
• 3 – 4 years supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company’s financial and accounting functions.
• Lead and manage the monthly financial close process.
• Generate reports pertaining to consolidations and compliance.
• Establish and nurture a robust financial team.
• Coordinate and compile budgets, financial statements, and forecasts.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting principles

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Job title : Financial Manager

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : October 04, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Your Mission

Drive the sustainable success of our organization by optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. As a key player, you will spearhead the management of our accounting and finance functions, ensuring meticulous control monitoring, interpreting financial data, and averting any unforeseen challenges.

Location : The candidate will work from GVW Group’s offices in Durbanville, with the possibility to relocate to Birmingham, Alabama, USA, after 1 year. All U.S. based employment is subject to company discretion and U.S. legal and visa requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company’s financial and accounting facets functions (including various entities’ General Ledgers, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cash).
• Lead and manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate recording of all incurred costs, reviewing journal entries, reconciling account balances, and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Generate reports pertaining to consolidations, bank compliance, and specific entity location and department activities.
• Establish and nurture a robust, cohesive financial team, actively managing performance to align with company and personal objectives.
• Innovate and implement business processes and accounting policies to fortify internal controls and steer the company toward both short and long-term financial goals.
• Coordinate and compile budgets, financial statements, and forecasts while reporting on variances.
• Conduct financial analytics, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other pertinent financial standards.
• Collaborate with external auditors during the year-end audit, aiding in the preparation of audit schedules, data, and information. Work closely with the accounting team to facilitate a smooth audit process.
• Proactively engage with various departments across the organization, providing essential information to enhance decision-making processes, boost profitability, and uphold proper accounting procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 5 – 7 years business experience in accounting and reporting
• 3 – 4 years supervisory experience is preferred
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