Insurance jobs in South Africa

A leading Automotive Company is looking for a Financial Manager. The successful candidate will have a Financial BCom Degree and 5+ years experience in a Financial Manager Role preferably in the Motor Industry.

• All financial reporting, policies and procedures, while driving reporting excellence
• Provision of support to functional leaders with respect to financial reporting
• Development and continued integration of financial systems
• Project budgeting, forecasting and cash flow forecasting
• Business analysis including monitoring
• Team leadership and training of local staff
• Key Responsibilities include: Management of the Finance & Administration Department
  • a. Lead and manages the finance team ensuring all areas are functioning effectively (including taxation, cost management, accounting, payroll and reporting)
  • b. Oversee administrative functions
  • c. Oversee all vendor contracts including sourcing, negotiation and ensuring appropriate agreements, execution and service levels
  • d. Ensure that all activities are done according to budget and forecasts
  • e. Plan, organise and control the high level activities related to the department
  • f. Develop and maintain progression and succession plans for the department as per company and HR guidelines; this includes the development, implementation and maintenance of a department skills matrix among other requirements

• a. Monitor operating budget performance and actively participates in the monthly review process
• b. Accountable for the preparation of the budget and on delivery (costs and time)
• c. Negotiate and manage third party service providers in order to reduce costs

• a. Plan work according to business requirements and guides all activities accordingly
• b. Manage the annual site planning and administrative process

• a. Develop and encourage a team approach with shared objectives
• b. Review and communicate individual and team performances in daily, weekly, monthly team meetings
• c. Create and maintain strong relationship with all internal and external stakeholders
• d. Active involvement in employee development by mentoring, training and coaching employees of the departments to enhance overall team skills development
• e. Develop and monitor the progress of employee development and progress plans
• f. Ensure all key people program requirements are met including timely performance management reporting, core training and development programs, etc.
• g. Ensure the Finance and

1. Advanced excel ability is vital non-negotiable;
2. CIMA qualification would be beneficial;
3. Minimum 5 - 8 years' relevant experience;
4. Motor industry experience would be beneficial, however manufacturing and construction industry would be considered;
5. Insurance background would be advantageous;
6. Experience mentoring, coaching and building and leading teams with people at all level;
7. Demonstrated experience designing and developing financial, cost and performance management reports;
8. Experience developing and improving business processes;
9. Strong communication skills in English;
10. Must possess strong cultural sensitivity and be able to execute work successfully in a dynamic fast paced culture;
11. Excellent analytical, organizational and problem solving skills;
12. Must be able to demonstrate the values of integrity, respect and collaboration and;
13. Demonstrated commitment to ensuring a safe working environment.