Financial Manager

Network Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa seeks a skilled Financial Manager to oversee financial operations in Midrand. The ideal candidate will hold a BCom Hons or CA(SA) qualification and have over 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, along with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Responsibilities include financial reporting, team management, and compliance oversight. This strategic role offers an opportunity to impact financial performance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years accounting and/or finance experience.
• At least 5 years management experience, leading a finance team.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full financial management function, including reporting and compliance.
• Lead, manage, and develop the finance team.
• Ensure accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies within the finance function.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

ERP system experience

Financial governance

Education

BCom Hons or CA(SA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Job & Company Description: This company is seeking a strong, hands-on Financial Manager to lead the finance team based in Midrand.

This role is ideally suited to a BCom Hons or CA(SA)-qualified professional with extensive accounting and finance experience, including proven people management capability.

The successful candidate will be responsible for full financial oversight, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and effective financial leadership in a dynamic, ERP-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full financial management function, including reporting and compliance
• Lead, manage, and develop the finance team
• Ensure accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance analysis
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies within the finance function

Job Experience & Qualifications

• BCom Hons or CA(SA) (preferred)
• Minimum 10 years accounting and/or finance experience
• At least 35 years management experience, leading a finance team
• Strong ERP system experience (SAP or similar essential)
• Proven leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Take the next step

Take the next step in your finance leadership career by joining a global organisation where your expertise and strategic input will make a real impact.

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