Financial Manager | Bryanston

The Recruitment Council; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a financial professional to handle reporting, tax, and treasury functions. The ideal candidate has a postgraduate qualification in accounting and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Xero and Microsoft Excel is preferred. This role will involve managing financial tasks for various subsidiaries and ensuring accurate stakeholder reporting.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a financial role.
• Registered with a professional accounting organization like SAICA, CIMA, or SAIPA.
• Proficiency in Xero and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting and monthly consolidations.
• Support treasury functions and handle VAT and Tax.
• Report to stakeholders on financial status.

Skills

Financial reporting

Stakeholder reporting

Strong communication

Planning and organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Postgraduate qualification in accounting

Registered with a professional accounting body

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The successful individual will work as an integral member of theteam, focusing on the financial function of the business. The primarily duties will be financial reporting, preparing monthly flash consolidation, and quarterly full pack. Manage and supporting the treasury functions along with VAT and Tax. The role will also require working on the finance function of various subsidiaries and affiliated companies, as well as a key focus on stakeholder reporting.

Key Traits

• A proven passion and desire to learn.
• Exceptional understanding of the fundamentals of accounting.
• Understanding basic asset management terminology and concepts.
• Very strong planning, organisation and coordination ability.
• Ability to work and function in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Clear focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• A flexible and adaptable nature.
• Well-presented and professional.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Overall positive attitude, curious mind and willingness to put up their hand to help the team

Education & Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in accounting or relevant qualification
• Preference for someone registered with a professional accounting body (SAICA, CIMA, SAIPA) or more experience
• Proficiency in Xero will be preferred
• High proficiency in the Microsoft suite (in particular Excel)
• Ability to showcase taking ownership and accountability

Relevant Experience

• 2 5 years experience working within similar position with management experience