FINANCE MANAGER - Durbanville, Cape Town (Western Cape)

R960 000 – R1 080 000 Per Annum Negotiable depending on experience and qualification

An innovative and growing Marketing and Media concern is seeking to appoint a skilled Finance Manager to take ownership of its full finance function.

One would describe you as a technically strong finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving, creative environment and contributing at a strategic level.

You possess strong analytical ability with a hands-on approach and take pride in delivering accurate, insightful financial information that supports business decision-making.

Main Purpose of the Role

To lead the full finance function across the group, working closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial performance, maintain compliance and provide meaningful commercial insight.

Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

• Professionally qualified CA(SA), CIMA, or SAIPA
• At least 6 years’ experience in a finance leadership capacity
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring a small finance team
• Sound understanding of South African financial regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience dealing with group structures and intercompany transactions
• Strong grasp of IFRS/GAAP principles
• Knowledge of tax and VAT legislation is advantageous
• Advanced Excel capability and overall strong systems skills
• Detail-focused, proactive and solutions-oriented

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking full accountability for the finance function, including reporting, budgeting and forecasting
• Leading and developing the finance team to ensure high-quality output
• Delivering clear and insightful financial reporting to senior management
• Supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and forward planning
• Managing audits and liaising with external auditors
• Ensuring full compliance with all statutory and tax obligations (SARS, VAT, PAYE, etc.)
• Overseeing cash flow, treasury activities and financial risk
• Reviewing and enhancing pricing, costing and commission structures
• Maintaining oversight of transactional areas including debtors, creditors and payroll
• Driving ongoing improvements in financial controls and processes

To Apply:  Please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV to Nicole Spamers at nspamers@elev8recruitment.co.za