In-Office Financial & HR Manager – Legal Practice

AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to oversee daily financial and HR operations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a legal environment, strong bookkeeping skills, and proficiency in accounting software. This full-time role offers market-related salary and requires a detail-oriented individual who can provide accurate management reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in bookkeeping or practice management within a legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of trust and business accounting.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Excel.
• In-depth knowledge of SARS regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations and reporting for the practice.
• Manage payroll and track staff attendance.
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR compliance.
• Prepare financial reports and liaise with external stakeholders.

Skills

Legal Bookkeeper

Human Resources

Bookkeeping

Budgeting

Legal Administration

SARS Compliance

Trust Accounting

Communication Skills

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

MS Excel

Winlaw

PM Pro

Legalinteract

Job description

A well-established legal practice in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to oversee daily financial and HR operations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a legal environment, strong bookkeeping skills, and proficiency in accounting software. This full-time role offers market-related salary and requires a detail-oriented individual who can provide accurate management reporting.