Financial Manager CA(SA)

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Gauteng is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and provide strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 5 years post-articles experience, familiarity with ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics or Sage X3, and strong knowledge of IFRS and tax legislation. This role demands excellent leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in a financial management role.
• Proven experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics and/or Sage X3.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements regularly.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local tax regulations.
• Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships.
• Mentor and develop finance team members.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Financial modelling

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) designation

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Sage X3

Excel

Job description

POSITION: Financial Manager CA (SA)

LOCATION: Midrand

Job Purpose

The Financial Manager will oversee the organization’s financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic financial planning. This role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with strong post-articles experience and expertise in ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics and/or Sage X3.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local tax regulations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Compliance & Governance

• Manage internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure timely submission of statutory returns.

Cash Flow & Treasury

• Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Manage banking relationships and optimize liquidity.

Leadership

• Mentor and develop finance team members.
• Collaborate with senior management to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) designation.
• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in a financial management role.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Dynamics and/or Sage X3.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and tax legislation.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.