Project Finance Manager

Ca Financial Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm is seeking a Project Finance Manager in Cape Town. The role involves managing daily finance operations across various entities while working closely with senior leadership. Ideal candidates should have experience in financial oversight and project finance management. This position offers career growth opportunities within a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant finance experience in managing day-to-day operations.
• Ability to process financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Strong analytical skills for preparing budgets and forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance operations across multiple entities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and handle reconciliations.
• Manage VAT and company tax submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Financial oversight

Project finance management

Cashflow management

Job description

Are you a detail-driven finance professional looking to build a career in a dynamic, growing environment? Our client is expanding its operations and seeking a Project Finance Manager to provide essential financial oversight and ensure smooth running of internal finance functions. This role offers exposure to a group structure with multiple entities and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.

Why join the team?

• Be part of a forward-thinking business with ambitious growth plans across South Africa and beyond
• Work directly under experienced finance leaders with a clear pathway for mentorship and development
• Gain exposure to both traditional financial management and project-related finance within a dynamic group structure
• Opportunity to grow into a senior finance role as the business expands

What you will be doing:

• Taking ownership of day-to-day finance operations across multiple entities within the group
• Processing and reviewing monthly invoices, reconciliations, payments, and payroll
• Preparing monthly management accounts and assisting with consolidations
• Supporting preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses
• Managing SARS correspondence (VAT, company tax submissions, compliance matters)
• Overseeing cashflow and monitoring internal controls
• Ensuring accurate and confidential handling of salaries, internal expenses, and client billing
• Assisting with year-end audits and external reporting requirements