Group Financial Manager

Pronel Personnel; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Hilton-based client seeks a Financial Manager / Senior Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial management and accounting background, overseeing financial statements and managing budgets, making this an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior financial role within a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and municipal invoicing.
• Experience supervising accounting staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ad hoc bid/tender pricing and manage accounts receivables.
• Oversee accounts payables and ensure timely payments.
• Lead the preparation of financial statements and maintain the asset register.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting principles

Tender pricing

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Our Hilton based client is looking for a Financial Manager / Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, accounting, and tender pricing, with excellent supervisory and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare ad hoc bid/tender pricing including quotes, costing, variation orders, and additional services for tenders/bids nationwide.
• Manage Accounts Receivables by invoicing municipalities per contracts, Service Level Agreements, and Tender Awards.
• Oversee Accounts Payables, verify creditor reconciliations, ensure timely payments, and manage costs within budget.
• Supervise and train the bookkeeper to ensure accurate monthly capture and reconciliation of accounting records.
• Monitor and balance intercompany loans and debtors/creditors.
• Lead the preparation of various financial statements and reports.
• Maintain the company’s asset register and conduct periodic asset counts.
• Oversee accounting functions including general and subsidiary ledgers, revenue distribution, depreciation, costs, payroll, property, and operating expenses in compliance with policies.
• Prepare and maintain annual budgets, monitor variances, and track project budgets versus actuals.
• Ensure proper backup and security of the accounting system.
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly VAT returns to SARS.
• Assist with audit preparation.
• Process and submit payroll and UFiling.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior financial role within a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, tender/bid pricing, and municipal invoicing.
• Experience supervising accounting staff and managing financial systems.
• Proficient in preparing management accounts, budgets, and financial reports.
• Knowledge of South African VAT and SARS filing requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Integrity and commitment to confidentiality.

Suitable applications can be emailed to [e-mail]

Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.