Six-Month Contract: Assistant Financial Manager (IFRS)

ExecutivePlacements.com; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Assistant Financial Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Johannesburg. The role involves preparing management accounts, ensuring IFRS compliance, and overseeing financial operations. Candidates should have a BCom in Finance, completed SAICA or SAIPA articles, and 1-2 years of post-articles experience. Strong Excel skills and IFRS 16 knowledge are crucial for success in this high-performance environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years post-articles experience.
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive management accounts, including budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS reporting standards.
• Complete VAT submissions and statutory financial filings accurately.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Oversee income and expenditure controls and creditor payments.
• Lead and mentor team members.
• Liaise with auditors to support compliance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Sage X3 experience

IFRS 16 compliance knowledge

Education

BCom in Finance

Job description

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Assistant Financial Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Johannesburg. The role involves preparing management accounts, ensuring IFRS compliance, and overseeing financial operations. Candidates should have a BCom in Finance, completed SAICA or SAIPA articles, and 1-2 years of post-articles experience. Strong Excel skills and IFRS 16 knowledge are crucial for success in this high-performance environment.