Financial Manager

Communicate Ct; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of IFRS and risk management. You will be responsible for overseeing the finance department, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and contributing to strategic decision-making. This position offers a competitive salary and a chance to lead a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years post-articles experience in a manufacturing or commercial environment.
• Proven experience managing a finance team.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, tax, and risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall finance and administration function and report to the CFO.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts, manage working capital.
• Lead and mentor the finance team and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Technical accounting expertise

Business acumen

IFRS knowledge

Proficiency in ERP systems

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Business Central

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Financial Manager to join a dynamic team.

This role is strategic and operational, requiring strong leadership, technical accounting expertise, and sound business acumen.

The successful candidate will manage the overall finance and administration function and report directly to the CFO. You will oversee the finance department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective risk management, and compliance with governance frameworks.

Responsibilities include preparing budgets and forecasts, managing working capital, maintaining fixed asset registers, and ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.

You will lead and mentor the finance team, liaise with auditors, manage tax and insurance matters, and contribute to strategic decision‑making through financial analysis and business planning.

Skills & Experience :

• Minimum 5–7 years post‑articles experience in a manufacturing or commercial environment
• Proven experience managing a finance team
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, corporate governance, tax, and risk management principles
• Proficiency in MS Business Central or similar ERP systems
• Qualification: CA(SA) or equivalent qualification (essential)

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