Regional Finance Manager (JHB)

DataFin; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Investment & Management Firm is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to oversee financial operations across multiple properties in Gauteng, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and 5 to 10 years' experience in financial management. Key responsibilities include monitoring financial performance, compiling reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This position offers an opportunity to drive improvements and contribute to strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years’ relevant experience in Financial Management.
• Solid experience in managing financial operations across multiple sites.
• Experience working in a dynamic environment with operational and strategic responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze financial performance of regional property portfolios.
• Compile and review monthly financial management packs.
• Ensure all financial decisions comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Reporting

Analytical Skills

Excel Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MDA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

AN ethical, dependable, and results driven Regional Finance Manager is sought by a dynamic Investment & Management Firm to join its team. Your role will entail managing staff, directing regional operations, facilitating management meetings, reviewing performance metrics, and driving improvements across critical operational areas such as billing, debtors, leasing, facilities, and cash flow management. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or similar discipline with 5-10 years suitable work experience in Financial Management, preferably within the Property, Real Estate, or related sectors including budgeting, reporting, and managing financial operations across multiple sites or regions. You will have a strong analytical mindset, with a keen ability to assess Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), monitor financial targets, and guide strategic initiatives for operational growth.

Duties

• Property & Portfolio Financial Oversight - Monitor and analyse financial performance of regional property portfolios against budget and benchmarks.
• Property & Portfolio Financial Oversight - Investigate anomalies or underperformance at property level as requested by the Regional Head.
• Property & Portfolio Financial Oversight - Contribute financial insights and reports for strategic initiatives and key operational focus areas.
• Property & Portfolio Financial Oversight - Collaborate with Asset Management on annual budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure reviews.
• Property & Portfolio Financial Oversight - Track and oversee regional Capex budgets, including loading and reviewing Capex projects on MDA.
• Property & Portfolio Financial Oversight - Ensure alignment and support between regional operations and centralized finance or support functions.

• Management & Performance Reporting - Compile and review monthly financial management packs for Facilities, Debtors, Leasing, and Property Management.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Prepare partner and stakeholder reporting packs specific to regional operations.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Maintain accurate and up-to-date tracking of KPAs for the region and ensure timely and structured reporting.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Support the Regional Head in compiling performance reports for Asset Management.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Ensure MDA financial data is accurate; raise and address discrepancies with relevant departments.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Coordinate weekly reporting submissions from all regional finance-related functions.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Develop weekly monitoring dashboards and metrics to drive effective portfolio management.
• Management & Performance Reporting - Conduct ad hoc analysis and reporting as required by senior management.

• Regional Financial & Operations - Ensure all financial decisions adhere to delegation of authority and regulatory requirements.
• Regional Financial & Operations - Maintain oversight of regional office financial and administrative functions (HR liaison, IT Manco attendance, office operations).
• Regional Financial & Operations - Act as primary regional point of contact for Central Finance regarding reporting queries and data accuracy.
• Regional Financial & Operations - Manage Petty Cash processes and ensure timely and accurate monthly reconciliations.
• Regional Financial & Operations - Safeguard and ensure effective financial control over regional assets.

Requirements

• Qualifications – A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

• Experience/Skills – 5 to 10 Years’ relevant experience in Financial Management, preferably within the Property, Real Estate, or related sectors.
• Experience/Skills – Solid experience in budgeting, reporting, and managing financial operations across multiple sites or regions.
• Experience/Skills – Proficiency in financial systems (MDA preferred) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience/Skills – Experience working in a dynamic environment with both operational and strategic financial responsibilities.

• Advantageous – A professional designation such as CA(SA), CIMA, or similar.

Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships across functions.
• Customer-centric approach with a commitment to service excellence.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.