Financial Manager

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee cashflow management, bookkeeping, and audit preparation in Stellenbosch. The ideal candidate must have a formal accounting qualification and be proficient in Xero, with knowledge in handling payroll through Simplepay. The role includes managing submissions to SARS and requires excellent problem-solving skills under pressure. If you're looking for an opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply now.

Qualifications

• Must have an Accounting Qualification.
• Experience with Xero is essential; knowledge of Pastel is advantageous.
• Ability to manage bookkeeping for approximately 15 companies.

Responsibilities

• Manage EasyFile submissions including IRP5’s and EMP201’s.
• Handle cashflow management and daily payments.
• Prepare for audits and interpret annual financial statements.

Skills

Xero proficiency

Accounting to TB level

Simplepay proficiency

Knowledge of SARS processes

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

Accounting Qualification

Tools

Xero

Simplepay

Pastel

Job description

Financial Manager job vacancy in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• EasyFile submissions (IRP5’s + EMP201’s)
• Cashflow management, daily payments, maintenance of bank accounts
• Property and farming accounting
• Budgeting, bookkeeping, cashflow forecasts, management reports, analytical reports
• Process large volumes of transactions whilst keeping to deadlines
• Remain focused under pressure and solve problems in effective ways
• Communication with shareholders, SARS, bank, auditors, suppliers, creditors, debtors, tenants, municipality etc.
• Audit preparation and facilitation, able to interpret and review annual financial statements
• Interest calculations and rental schedules

Requirements:

• Accounting Qualification
• Xero proficient (knowledge of Pastel is a bonus)
• Accounting to TB level – including journals, bank processing, suppliers, debtors, invoicing etc. – whole bookkeeping complement of about 15 companies
• Simplepay proficient – knowledge of basic HR processes, payslips – whole salary complement for about 30 employees
• Excellent knowledge of SARS processes on e-filing – VAT + PAYE (submissions, queries + verifications) (EMP201’s + VAT201’s) + diesel rebates
• Being a Tax Practitioner at SARS is preferable