Senior Financial Manager

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Gauteng is seeking a Finance Manager to lead their finance team. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience, strong leadership abilities, and advanced skills in accounting tools. Responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with IFRS, and managing tax returns. This role offers a chance to excel in a dynamic financial environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience, ideally with mid-sized companies and external stakeholder reporting.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and exposure to ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring IFRS compliance.
• Oversee monthly reporting, Annual Financial Statements, and audit engagements.
• Manage VAT, income tax returns, and SARS queries.
• Handle insurance matters and budget preparation.
• Ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance in key processes.
• Project management: scope, plan, execute, coordinate, and debrief projects.
• Cash flow management, forecasting, and reporting to Exco, Board, and funders.
• Ad hoc financial management and operational tasks.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Flexibility to adapt with business needs

Leadership experience

Team player and motivator

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Requirements :

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting

Minimum 15 years experience, ideally with mid-sized companies and external stakeholder reporting.

Leadership experience in a financial role.

Advanced Excel skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Working knowledge of IFRS and exposure to ERP systems (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks).

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Flexibility to adapt with business needs.

A strong team player and motivator.

Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring IFRS compliance.
• Oversee monthly reporting, Annual Financial Statements, and audit engagements.
• Manage VAT, income tax returns, and SARS queries.
• Handle insurance matters and budget preparation.
• Ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance in key processes.
• Project management : scope, plan, execute, coordinate, and debrief projects.
• Cash flow management, forecasting, and reporting to Exco, Board, and funders.
• Ad hoc financial management and operational tasks.
• Be eligible to register as a Key Individual under the FSCA.