Junior Financial Manager (Gambling)

Hollywoodbets; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team at a leading brand in the finance sector. As a Junior Financial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting financial operations, guiding a talented team, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers a vibrant work environment where you can grow your career while contributing to the company's success. If you have a passion for finance and a drive for excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career and make a significant impact in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• Experience in financial reporting and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual budgets and collaborate for approvals.
• Review management accounts and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team for optimal performance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Accounting Software (Pastel Evolution)

Financial Reporting

Budget Preparation

Team Management

Education

BCom or CIMA degree

Tools

Pastel Evolution

Job description

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Financial Manager. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star? In this role, you’ll support the Finance Team by guiding team members such as Creditors, Debtors, Bookkeepers, Interns, and Junior Accountants. You’ll assist with financial reports, implement controls, maintain monthly records, and provide insights into financial performance.

With Hollywoodbets You Will:

• Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.
• Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.
• Grow with our development plans and culture that supports career advancement.

You Bring:

• At least 2 years of commercial experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Pastel Evolution or similar accounting software.

Bonus To Have:

• BCom or CIMA degree with Articles.

What You’ll Do for The Brand:

• Oversee the preparation of annual budgets and collaborate with FM and Group FM for approvals.
• Set monthly deadlines for management accounts, working papers, VAT, etc.
• Review and submit management accounts, including analysis and commentary.
• Review high-risk balance sheet reconciliations and monthly working papers.
• Review monthly VAT reconciliations.
• Approve payments and ensure accurate invoice capture, maintaining compliance with IFRS and tax regulations.
• Prepare quarterly reports for the board and committees.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits.
• Engage with departments and regional managers for efficient reporting.
• Approve non-routine transactions such as depreciation, impairments, and provisions.
• Review payroll reconciliations and team payments.
• Manage inter-company accounts and ensure timely settlements.
• Drive improvements in supplier terms.
• Identify and implement internal controls to address weaknesses.
• Maintain asset registers and review depreciation and residual values quarterly.
• Review asset disposals and stock variances.
• Approve petty cash expenses and ensure reconciliations.
• Reconcile inter-company balances monthly.
• Support BEE initiatives and ensure compliance with procurement targets and BEE certification.
• Assist with projects, reports, and data extraction.
• Collaborate with other Junior Financial Managers on group initiatives.
• Review group betting taxes and oversee new product platforms.
• Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as required.

People

• Live HW values of Service Excellence, Commitment, Integrity, Accountability, Enthusiasm, Ubuntu, and Innovation.
• Supervise and mentor the Finance team.
• Create roles, job descriptions, and KPIs for team members, including performance reviews.
• Handle disciplinary issues, training, recognition, morale, recruitment, and talent retention.
• Promote transparency regarding gifts, conflicts of interest, and confidentiality.

Compliance, Risk, and Quality

• Attend training sessions and maintain process documentation.
• Ensure proper saving and backup of all work and documents.
• Create high-quality, logical, and easy-to-understand financial templates and models.
• Ensure all documentation is properly named and stored for audits and investigations.

What You’ll Bring to The Team:

• Accountability and responsibility for results.
• Initiative and proactive problem-solving skills.
• People management and leadership abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and results-driven mindset.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Decisiveness and ability to communicate strategy effectively.

So, are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!

Please note that only applicants who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.

If you have not been contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.