Financial Manager ) – Sunninghill, Sandton

Sasso Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasso Consulting (Pty) Ltd seeks a Financial Manager (CA(SA)) for its Sunninghill/Sandton base. The role requires a qualified CA(SA) with at least seven years of financial management experience, delivering strategic financial leadership and governance.

You will oversee reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and compliance, leading a finance team, and partnering with executives to drive profitability and growth across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)).
• Registered with SAICA.
• Minimum 7 years' relevant financial management experience.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, taxation and statutory compliance.
• Experience leading finance teams and operations.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP/financial systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full financial management function including reporting, budgeting, forecasting and planning.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, annual financial statements and performance reports.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, controls and financial risk.
• Lead budgeting processes and monitor performance against budgets.
• Provide strategic financial analysis to executives and governance bodies.
• Ensure IFRS compliance, tax compliance and external audits.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CA(SA) qualification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Financial Manager (CA(SA)) – Sunninghill, Sandton

Location: Sunninghill, Sandton, Johannesburg
Salary: R950 000 – R1 300 000 per annum (CTC)
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Financial Services / Healthcare

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Financial Manager (CA(SA)) to join an established organisation based in Sunninghill, Sandton.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 7 years' relevant experience, strong financial management expertise and the ability to provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership.

This position requires a hands-on finance professional who can manage financial operations, maintain strong governance and compliance standards, and contribute to the organisation's overall financial performance and growth.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee the full financial management function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts, annual financial statements and financial performance reports.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, financial controls and financial risk.
• Lead annual budgeting processes and monitor financial performance against approved budgets.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to executive management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, relevant tax legislation and applicable financial regulations.
• Oversee statutory reporting, tax compliance and external audit processes.
• Develop, implement and maintain effective internal financial controls, policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, operational efficiencies and improved profitability.
• Manage financial reconciliations, balance sheet reviews and month-end reporting processes.
• Lead, mentor and manage the finance team to ensure accuracy, accountability and performance.
• Collaborate with operational and executive teams to support business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor financial risks and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting processes and financial governance.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements – Non-Negotiable

• Qualified Chartered Accountant – CA(SA).
• Registered with SAICA.
• Minimum 7 years' relevant financial management experience.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS, taxation and statutory compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing financial teams and overseeing finance operations.
• Strong understanding of financial governance, internal controls and risk management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP or financial management systems.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with senior executives and key business stakeholders.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience within financial services, healthcare, insurance or a regulated corporate environment.
• Experience in strategic financial planning and commercial business partnering.
• Exposure to financial systems implementation, automation or process improvement.
• Experience managing external audits and complex financial reporting requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strategic financial leadership
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Financial governance and compliance
• Commercial and business acumen
• Cash flow and working capital management
• Team leadership and development
• Risk management and internal controls
• Stakeholder engagement
• Process improvement and financial systems

Package & Remuneration

R950 000 – R1 300 000 per annum (Cost to Company)

The remuneration package will be determined according to qualifications, relevant experience and demonstrated financial leadership capabilities.

Additional Information

Location: Sunninghill, Sandton, Gauteng
Function: Finance / Financial Management
Industry: Financial Services / Healthcare
Job Type: Permanent