Strategic Financial Manager – Data-Driven Growth

Helderberg Personnel; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel is seeking a Financial Manager to analyze data, identify trends, and provide strategic insights across the business in the Western Cape. The role collaborates with multiple departments to optimize processes, improve productivity, and support growth.

Responsibilities include monthly management accounts, period closings, cash flow planning, and compliant reporting. Strong analytical skills and experience with Excel/Power BI are essential for success.

Qualifications

• CIMA or CA(SA) qualification is required or advantageous.
• Honours degree as minimum academic qualification.
• 3 years relevant experience will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Exposure to financial management within the SADC region and international trade will be an advantage.
• Exposure to foreign currency and international payments will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Import and export trade.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy of monthly management accounts.
• Responsible for the timely closing of financial periods.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity planning.
• Oversee creditors, debtors, and inventory management.
• Support the annual audit process.
• Ensure tax and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain KPIs to measure efficiency of trading entities.
• Forecast using historical data and market insights for resource allocation and inventory planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements.
• Assist with budgeting, variance analysis and financial modeling.
• Prepare regular management reports and dashboards with insights and actionable recommendations.
• Identify and evaluate risks and opportunities and propose mitigations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial awareness

Education

CIMA or CA(SA) qualification

Honours degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Helderberg Personnel is seeking a Financial Manager to analyze data, identify trends, and provide strategic insights across the business in the Western Cape. The role collaborates with multiple departments to optimize processes, improve productivity, and support growth.

Responsibilities include monthly management accounts, period closings, cash flow planning, and compliant reporting. Strong analytical skills and experience with Excel/Power BI are essential for success.