Manager, Finance

Standard Bank Group; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in Africa is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee the reporting function across multiple business units. This role entails management reporting, financial integrity, and collaboration with business leaders. The ideal candidate will possess a postgraduate degree in Finance or Accounting, along with significant experience in financial management within the industry.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of financial management experience.
• Experience working with business decision makers.
• Relevant insurance experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management reporting packs, insights for Exco and Board.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of AFS, FIP, Tax.
• Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Insurance knowledge

Education

Postgraduate Degree in Finance & Accounting

CA (SA) or BComm equivalent

Tools

SAP R3

BW

FMI

Job description

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group and an innovative player on the global stage. It offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities and the chance to work alongside some of the sector's most talented professionals. Our clients range from individuals to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families, and large multinational corporates and institutions. We are passionate about creating growth in Africa, bringing meaningful value to our clients and communities, and creating a sense of purpose for our employees.

Job Description

The main purpose of the role is the reporting function for SBIB, encompassing all legal entities and business units within SBIB. The responsibilities include:

• Management reporting (client solutions and segment)
• Business unit financial reporting and management reporting for actuals, budgets, and forecasts
• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of AFS, FIP, Tax
• Contributing to sound financial management of initiatives by working as an active partner to business managers
• Maintaining positive and productive relationships with key stakeholders
• Preparation of management reporting packs, including insights for Exco, Management Committees, Board, and Board Committees

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

Postgraduate Degree in Finance & Accounting

Other Minimum Qualifications, Certifications or Professional Memberships

CA (SA) or BComm equivalent

Experience Required

• At least 3 years of financial management experience
• Experience working with business decision makers
• Relevant insurance experience is ideal
• Insurance knowledge
• Analytical skills
• Computer literacy
• Interpersonal skills
• Sound knowledge of accounting and financial systems such as SAP R3, BW, FMI

Additional Information

Behavioral Competencies:

• Articulating information
• Challenging ideas
• Conveying self-confidence
• Convincing people
• Embracing change

Technical Competencies:

• IFRS knowledge
• Financial management
• Taxation
• Audit management
• End-to-end finance knowledge