SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER - N-Suburbs, Cape Town

Elev8; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Elev8 is seeking a Senior Finance Manager for a leading Waste Management client in the N-Suburbs, Cape Town. The role is strategic, balancing governance with business partnerships to drive long-term financial health.

You will oversee financial reporting, system controls, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely data and regulatory alignment across the organisation.

Qualifications

• CA(SA), CIMA, SAIPA or similar professional qualification preferred.
• 5–8 years of senior financial management experience with team leadership.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, compliance and controls.
• Hands-on experience with financial systems; knowledge of Xero is highly advantageous.
• Excellent MS Excel skills (essential).
• Knowledge of SA statutory legislation and financial governance.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts and variance reports.
• Prepare VAT reports and liaise with auditors (statutory, BBBEE, and EPR).
• Develop financial procedures, internal controls and procurement policies.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
• Assist with annual budgets, strategic planning and forecasting.
• Oversee invoicing, payments, collections and system integrations for EPR.
• Coordinate project accounting, asset tracking and reconciliations.
• Support Projects Team with financial data management and stakeholder reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CA(SA)/CIMA/SAIPA or similar

BCom/Business Science in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Xero

MS Excel

Job description

SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER – N-Suburbs, Cape Town

Competitive Salary Package on Offer!

Our client, a well-established and reputable Waste Management organisation, is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Senior Finance Manager to join their dynamic team.

This is a pivotal leadership role for a finance professional who is strategic, decisive, and solutions-oriented, with strong business acumen and the ability to guide financial performance across a purpose-driven organisation.

Main Purpose of the Role

To oversee and manage the organisation’s financial resources and ensure long-term financial health. This includes developing and implementing financial strategies, producing accurate financial reports, supporting cross-departmental decision-making, and ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts and variance reports.
• Prepare VAT reports and liaise with auditors (Statutory, BBBEE, and EPR).
• Develop financial procedures, internal controls, and procurement policies.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
• Assist with annual budgets, strategic planning, and finance-related forecasting.

Systems & Controls

• Manage financial systems and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Oversee accounting systems (e.g., GL setup, sub-ledgers, cost centres).
• Drive system integration and efficiency (especially EPR and project databases).

EPR Fees, Invoicing & Collections

• Oversee invoicing, fee collection, and integration between online EPR systems and financial software.
• Continuously review and improve system functionality.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Authorise payments and ensure adherence to procurement policy.
• Maintain control over creditor payments and debtor follow-ups.
• Review debtor age analysis and implement effective collections strategies.

Reconciliations & Project Accounting

• Review financial reconciliations and ensure accurate asset tracking.
• Maintain integrity of project databases and compliance with MoAs.
• Monitor project costs, assets, impairments, and loan repayments.

Business & Team Administration

• Provide financial support to the Projects Team.
• Coordinate procurement, supplier communication, and admin functions.
• Support data management, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist with logistics, travel coordination, and meeting preparation.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• CA(SA), CIMA, SAIPA, or similar professional qualification preferred
• Tertiary or equivalent qualification required in Bachelor of Commerce/Business Science degree in Finance and/or Accounting or related

• 5–8 years’ senior financial management experience, including team leadership
• Industry experience in: waste management, recycling, sustainability, plastic manufacturing, logistics, IT, NGOs, or related sectors (advantageous)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS, compliance, controls)
• Hands-on experience with financial systems – knowledge of Xero is highly advantageous
• Excellent MS Excel skills (essential)
• Proven understanding of South African statutory legislation and financial governance

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong leadership and decision-making skills
• High attention to detail and analytical ability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong business partnering and cross-functional collaboration experience

Why Join This Team?

• Opportunity to work in a purpose-led, sustainability-focused environment
• Be part of a growing organisation committed to innovation and environmental impact
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Dynamic and collaborative team culture