Financial Manager

Eco Energy Trading; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing energy trading company in Germiston is seeking a hands-on Financial Manager to oversee operational finance and management of financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a BCom degree, completed articles, and at least 3 years of practical finance experience. Responsibilities include cash flow management, supporting business decisions, and liaising with stakeholders. This role suits someone comfortable in a startup environment, with a focus on detail and commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-article experience.
• Experience with imports and exports required.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of day-to-day operational finance.
• Management of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasts.
• Cash flow management and working capital oversight.
• Overseeing accounting records and reconciliations.
• Supporting commercial decision-making in a startup.

Skills

Practical finance experience

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Ability to work in startup environment

Education

BCom degree in Accounting/Finance

Completed SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA articles

Job description

Role Description

We are looking for a hands-on Financial Manager to join our team based at our offices in Germiston.

This role is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys building systems, taking ownership, and being closely involved in the day-to-day operations of a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Full ownership of day-to-day operational finance
• Management of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasts
• Cash flow management and working capital oversight
• Overseeing accounting records, reconciliations, and controls
• Supporting commercial decision-making in a fast-paced startup environment
• Liaising with auditors, banks, and other stakeholders
• Assisting with regulatory, compliance, and reporting requirements related to fuel exports
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally as required

Minimum requirements

• BCom degree (Accounting / Finance or similar)
• Completed articles (SAICA / SAIPA / CIMA articles or equivalent)
• At least 3 years completed post article experience.
• Strong practical, hands-on finance experience.
• Experience with imports and or exports.
• Sound commercial acumen and business awareness
• Comfortable working in a startup / entrepreneurial environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture