Financial Manager

HandPicked Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a candidate for a strategic finance role in Pretoria. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO and take on responsibilities across multiple entities. Minimum requirements include relevant accounting qualifications and solid managerial experience. This permanent position demands strong leadership skills and an understanding of operational finance, making it ideal for someone looking for long-term growth within the finance function.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting qualification (BCom Accounting / similar).
• Completed articles (SAICA / SAIPA / CIMA or equivalent).
• Solid post-articles accounting experience within a managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the CFO on all financial and strategic matters.
• Act as 2IC to the CFO, overseeing day‑to‑day finance operations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.

Skills

Leadership or team management experience

Strong understanding of operational finance

Experience with accounting software systems

Solid post-articles accounting experience

Strong work ethic

Ability to see both detail and big-picture

Adaptability and solutions-focused

Education

BCom Accounting or similar

Job description

Working hours: Monday – Friday – 07:30 – 16:00

Type: Office based – Permanent

Area: Close to Grootfontein, Pretoria

To start as soon as possible

Role Overview

This is a strategic, hands‑on role combining operational finance, leadership exposure, and succession planning. The successful candidate will gradually assume increased responsibility across the group, ensuring continuity, stability, and future leadership within the finance function.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant accounting qualification (BCom Accounting / similar)
• Completed articles (SAICA / SAIPA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Solid post-articles accounting experience within a managerial role
• Leadership or team management experience
• Strong understanding of operational finance, debtors, creditors, and group accounting
• Experience working with accounting software systems
• Exposure to payroll, budgeting, and management accounts
• Long‑term career mindset (not a short‑term move)
• Strong work ethic and hands‑on approach
• Ability to see both detail and big‑picture business impact
• Professional maturity and integrity
• Adaptable, collaborative, and solutions‑focused
• Comfortable starting hands‑on while building strategic responsibility

Duties will include but are not limited to

• Work closely with the CFO on all financial and strategic matters
• Act as 2IC to the CFO, providing cover and support across the finance function
• Oversee day‑to‑day finance operations across multiple entities within the group
• Review and support debtors, creditors, and cash flow management
• Involvement in GRV processing, reconciliations, and operational controls
• Support payroll processes (advantageous)
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
• Develop a strong understanding of the full business operations
• Mentor and support junior finance team members
• Step into leadership responsibilities as part of a structured succession plan

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.