Financial Manager

Sasso Consulting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African training provider is urgently seeking a Financial Manager/Senior Bookkeeper to oversee the full financial function across four companies. The ideal candidate will manage a team, ensure compliance, and prepare management accounts. Applicants should have 5-8 years of accounting experience, strong VAT knowledge, and proficiency in tools like Sage or Pastel. The package is R50,000 - R72,000 per month, depending on experience.

Benefits

Standard benefits after probation

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in accounting or bookkeeping with 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience managing multiple entities.
• Strong understanding of monthly reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function for four entities.
• Supervise and mentor two financial clerks.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and budgets.

Skills

VAT understanding

Tax knowledge

Leadership skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Problem-solving skills

Education

B Accounting / Finance or relevant bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Sage

Pastel

Job description

Introduction

About the CompanyOur client is a leading South African training and compliance services provider, specialising in Skills Development and B-BBEE-aligned learning solutions.They work with corporate clients nationwide, providing accredited learnerships, portfolio management, and compliance administration that directly contribute to national transformation and youth empowerment.The organisation is passionate about excellence, structure, and sustainability — empowering businesses through innovation and contributing to South Africa's economic development.

About the Role

They are urgently seeking a Financial Manager / Senior Bookkeeper (Preference on Female candidates) to oversee the full financial function across four companies within the group.The role requires someone hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive, capable of bringing structure and efficiency while leading a small finance team of two clerks.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function for four entities within the group.
• Supervise and mentor two financial clerks supporting the finance department.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and ensure timely reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Handle VAT, PAYE, provisional tax, and income tax submissions.
• Prepare audit files and manage annual audit processes.
• Oversee creditors, debtors, and bank reconciliations.
• Develop and refine financial controls, systems, and processes to ensure compliance.
• Provide financial insights that support leadership in decision-making.
• Manage a small team.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Qualification: B Accounting / Finance or a relevant bookkeeping qualification.
• Experience: 5–8 years in accounting or bookkeeping, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Proven experience managing multiple entities within a group.
• Strong technical understanding of VAT, tax, and monthly reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Pastel, or similar).

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on and proactive with a strong sense of ownership.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Go-getter personality with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and implement structure where needed.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Team player who can manage up and down effectively.

Package & Remuneration

Remuneration: R50, – R72, per month, depending on experience. Standard benefits after the probation period.