Financial Manager

Vine Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Paarl is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Manager to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate has a B.Comm degree, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Key responsibilities include preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with South African regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ relevant experience in financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of South African tax laws and compliance.
• Postgraduate qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations.
• Prepare financial reports and statements.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure statutory compliance and support audits.
• Lead and mentor the finance team.

Skills

Budgeting

Reporting

Compliance

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

B.Comm degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Sage

Xero

Pastel

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

A leading financial services company in Paarl is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Financial Manager to oversee and manage all financial operations.

The ideal candidate holds a B.Comm degree, has at least 5 years’ experience, and is proficient in budgeting, reporting, compliance, and team leadership within the financial services industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounts, reconciliations, and reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure statutory compliance (e.g., SARS, VAT, PAYE) and support external audits
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and risk management practices
• Provide financial insights to support business decision-making
• Lead and mentor the finance team
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and funding requirements
• Collaborate with executive team on strategic financial planning
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies

Requirements

• B.Comm degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (essential)
• 5+ years’ relevant experience, ideally within the financial services sector
• Strong understanding of South African financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Pastel) and MS Excel
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred

• Postgraduate qualifications (e.g., B.Comm Honours, CIMA, or SAIPA/SAICA articles)
• Experience with financial modelling and scenario analysis
• Knowledge of FAIS, FICA, and other relevant financial services regulations