Senior Finance Manager

Talent Shore; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing consultancy in South Africa is seeking a Finance Manager to drive financial success. The role involves managing budgeting processes, preparing financial reports, and leading a finance team. The ideal candidate will have a professional accountancy qualification and at least 5 years of finance experience, including managerial duties. The company offers a competitive salary and encourages innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance role.
• At least 2 years in a managerial position.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the company’s budgeting process.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Professional accountancy qualification

Tools

Xero financial software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager

We are an international innovative marketing consultancy, dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our team is passionate, creative, and driven by a shared goal of pushing the boundaries of what's possible in marketing.

We are seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in driving the financial success of our company.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis:
  • Develop and manage the company’s budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Prepare accurate and timely cash flow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity.
  • Analyse financial performance against key metrics and provide actionable insights to the management team.
• Project Costing & Work in Progress (WIP):
  • Working closely with the delivery team, accurately cost projects, and ensuring all financial aspects are considered, and margins are optimized.
  • Monitor and manage work in progress, ensuring that all projects are accounted for and invoiced promptly.
  • Implement and maintain robust financial controls over project costing and WIP.
• Transfer Pricing:
  • Ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations, preparing documentation, and managing intercompany transactions.
• Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the management team, providing clear explanations of financial performance and variances.
  • Oversee the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Liaise with external Auditors to finalize the statutory accounts and assist with the year-end audit.
• Team Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure the finance team meets deadlines and delivers high-quality financial information.
• Collaboration with Management:
  • Work closely with the management team to develop and execute strategic initiatives.
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making and drive business growth.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems, driving efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• Education: Professional accountancy qualification.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance role, with at least 2 years in a managerial position.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Xero financial software, Microsoft Excel, and experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration and hands-on involvement.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a dynamic and creative team in an exciting and growing industry.
• Work in an environment that encourages innovation and rewards initiative.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.