Financial Manager

Ca Financial Appointments; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Pretoria seeks a proactive Financial Manager to oversee financial operations and drive strategic finance initiatives. With a focus on budgeting and forecasting, this role requires leadership in financial analysis and strong Excel skills. Join a dynamic team where opportunity for growth and collaboration are abundant.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Growth opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in finance with strong leadership skills.
• Insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
• Proactive, detail-driven, and eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations and ensure smooth functionality.
• Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles.
• Conduct strategic analysis to support business growth.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuations

Budgeting

Leadership skills

Excel skills

Education

BCom Honours or ACCA

Part CIMA or SAIPA

Job description

Job Description

Ready to help shape financial strategy in a fast-growing insurer?

Join a dynamic finance team where your analytical skills and initiative can truly shine.

We're working with a high-performing insurance business headquartered in Pretoria. Known for its innovation and growth trajectory, the company just wrapped up its most successful financial year, and they're not slowing down. As they gear up for further expansion and digital transformation, they're looking for a proactive Financial Manager to step into a pivotal role.

What's the role all about?

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll support high-impact financial projects and provide analytical firepower across budgeting, valuations, and strategic decision-making. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with leadership and play a vital role in shaping the company's financial future.

What you'll be doing:

• Overseeing financial operations and ensuring smooth day-to-day functionality
• Driving financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles
• Conducting strategic analysis to support business growth and long-term value creation
• Supporting business valuations for investments and partnerships
• Preparing reports for internal stakeholders and group functions
• Analyzing financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Driving financial performance aligned with the company's strategic objectives
• Supporting ad hoc corporate finance initiatives across the group
• Collaborating closely with the CFO and Head of Finance on high-level projects

What we're looking for:

• BCom Honours or ACCA, or Part CIMA or SAIPA or similar qualification preferred
• 36 years experience in finance with strong leadership skills
• Insurance industry experience strongly preferred (short-term ideal)
• Solid understanding of financial modeling, valuations, and budgeting
• Strong Excel skills
• Proactive, detail-driven, and eager to grow; culture fit is key

What's in it for you:

• Exposure to strategic finance in a growing insurance group
• Collaborative team culture with strong leadership
• Office-based role with some flexibility (Pretoria HQ)
• Performance bonuses and growth into senior finance leadership

Let's chat!

If you're looking for your next move in corporate finance and want to grow in a high-impact, people-focused environment, apply now.

If you don't hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch, follow us online, and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills: B2B Sales, Arabic Speaking, Adobe Flash, Executive Support, BI

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1