Financial Manager (Security Industry)

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Pretoria is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee full financial operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and accuracy in a cash-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, significant experience in financial management, and strong skills in cash management and financial controls. This role offers a competitive monthly salary ranging from R40,000 to R45,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a financial management role.
• Proven experience in cash-handling environments is essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, reconciliations, and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly cash reconciliations ensuring accuracy.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts and performance reports.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cash management

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Completed SAIPA/SAICA articles

Tools

Sage

Pastel

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Manager (Security Industry) requiredin Pretoria.

The Financial Manager will be responsible for overseeing the full financial function of the business, with a strong focus on cash management, reconciliations, and financial control.

This role is integral to ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial operations within a high-volume, cash-driven security environment.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in managing financial processes, leading teams, and implementing systems that strengthen internal controls and reporting accuracy.

Salary: R40 000 – R45 000 per month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Lead and review daily, weekly, and monthly cash reconciliations, ensuring complete accuracy across multiple sites and business units.
• Maintain robust internal controls over cash flow, collections, and disbursements.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, variance analyses, and financial performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and tax requirements (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, etc.).
• Oversee audits, liaising with external auditors and ensuring timely completion.
• Manage a finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance oversight.
• Collaborate with operations management to support business planning and cost control initiatives.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance accuracy and productivity.
• Maintain close relationships with banks, service providers, and key stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations.

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification.
• Completed SAIPA/SAICA articles or similar professional accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a financial management role.
• Proven experience in cash-handling environments is essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, reconciliations, and audit processes.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel, or SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• High attention to detail, with a strong sense of integrity and accountability.