Financial Manager (Corporate Finance )

CA Financial Appointments; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurer is seeking a Financial Manager (Corporate Finance Analyst) to join their dynamic team in Pretoria. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial operations, driving financial planning, and supporting high-impact financial projects. Ideal candidates have a CA(SA) or CIMA qualification, with strong analytical skills and experience in the insurance industry. Join a collaborative culture focused on growth and innovation.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Exposure to strategic finance

Collaborative team culture

Flexible office-based role

Qualifications

• 3-4 years’ post-articles experience in finance or corporate analysis.
• Insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
• Proactive, detail-driven, eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing financial operations and ensuring smooth day-to-day functionality.
• Driving financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles.
• Conducting strategic analysis to support business growth.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Valuations

Budgeting

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

CA(SA)

CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft D

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 has 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 (Corporate Finance Analyst) 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:

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

What we're looking for:

• CA(SA), CIMA, or similar qualification preferred
• 3-4 years' post-articles experience in finance or corporate analysis
• Insurance industry experience strongly preferred (short-term ideal)
• Solid understanding of financial modelling, valuations, and budgeting
• Strong Excel skills; experience with Microsoft D is a plus
• 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.

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