Temp Financial Manager

Network Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global BPO giant is seeking a Financial Manager to own cash flow forecasting and budgeting. You will deliver insights through management accounts, strengthen internal controls, and partner with global finance teams. The ideal candidate has a BCom in Accounting or is a Newly Qualified CA(SA), with 3 to 5 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Xero. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years in a Financial Manager role, not audit-only.
• Experience in the services industry, preferably BPO.
• Strong commercial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Deliver monthly management accounts with insights.
• Track income, expenses, risks, and opportunities.

Skills

BCom in Accounting / Finance OR Newly Qualified CA(SA)

3 to 5 years in a Financial Manager role

Xero experience

Advanced Excel

Strong people leadership

Commercial and analytical skills

Education

BCom in Accounting / Finance OR Newly Qualified CA(SA)

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Join a global BPO giant trusted across international markets.

This is a hands‑on, fast‑moving role where your expertise will be felt daily.

You’ll partner with the Financial Director, lead key finance operations and influence performance across the business.

If you want to add an international brand to your CV, drive meaningful change and stay close to the commercial heartbeat of the business, this contract is worth grabbing.

Key Responsibilities

• Own cash flow forecasting, budgeting & financial planning
• Deliver monthly management accounts with insight, not just numbers
• Track income, expenses, risks & opportunities to boost performance
• Strengthen internal controls, efficiencies & compliance across finance
• Lead Xero cost centre reporting & ensure accurate allocations
• Oversee ledgers, invoicing, reconciliations & VAT
• Manage cross-border transactions & SARB compliance
• Partner with global finance teams on intercompany reporting

Job Experience & Skills Required

• BCom in Accounting / Finance OR Newly Qualified CA(SA)
• 3 to 5 years in a Financial Manager role (not audit‑only)
• Services industry exposure (BPO preferred)
• Strong people leadership & stakeholder management
• Xero experience non‑negotiable
• Advanced Excel (pivots, models, the works)
• Strong commercial, analytical & problem‑solving skills
• Confident communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment