Our client, a leader in the financial services sector, is seeking a Financial Manager to take full responsibility for the financial reporting and control of a key business cluster. This role forms part of a strategic finance function, reporting directly to senior leadership and contributing at an executive level.
You will be responsible for delivering accurate and timeous financial reporting, overseeing financial controls, managing a small finance team, and ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This role also includes involvement in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and audit management.
This is a high-impact position suited to a commercially astute finance professional who can balance operational execution with strategic input, while maintaining strong governance and control.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the financial reporting function, including consolidation and presentation of cluster financial results.
- Oversee and continuously improve financial controls, systems, and processes.
- Manage complex accounting entries, journals, and reconciliations.
- Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including tax submissions (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, etc.).
- Facilitate and manage internal and external audits.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial efficiency.
- Provide strategic financial input to leadership and contribute to executive decision-making.
- Oversee payroll function across the group.
- Lead and develop finance team members, ensuring performance and succession planning.
Job Experience and Skills Required: NON NEG
- CA(SA) qualification (essential).
- Minimum 5 years’ post-articles experience in a financial management role.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
- Solid understanding of taxation and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FSCA).
- Proven experience in financial controls, reporting, and audits.
- Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Competency Requirements:
- Business Acumen
- Leadership and People Management
- Strategic Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
- Strong Communication and Influence
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Drive for Results
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I also specialise in recruiting within the following areas:
- Financial Managers
- Financial Accountants
- Financial Controllers
- Chartered Accountants
- Group Reporting & Consolidation Accountants
- Commercial Finance and FP&A Professionals
If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will, however, remain on our database for future suitable opportunities.
For more information, contact:Ulrike Groenewald
Recruitment Consultant
ugroenewald@networkfinance.co.za