Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Financial Management

• Oversee the full financial function of the organisation.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Monitor company performance against budgets and provide financial insights.
• Prepare annual financial statements and coordinate external audits.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax legislation, and statutory requirements.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, and other statutory submissions.
• Review and approve reconciliations, journals, and general ledger transactions.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.
• Develop and implement financial policies and internal controls.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, financial institutions, and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiencies.
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Director's Personal Financial Management

• Manage the Director's personal budget, cash flow, and financial planning.
• Coordinate personal investments, banking relationships, and asset management.
• Prepare personal financial reports and expenditure analyses.
• Manage personal accounts, payments, and financial commitments.
• Coordinate with tax practitioners regarding personal tax matters.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all personal financial information.
• Assist with estate planning administration and insurance portfolio management where required.
• Manage ad hoc financial and administrative requests for the Director.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or SAIPA) will be highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, South African tax legislation, and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working on ERP/accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, Pastel, SAP, or similar.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport.

Key Competencies

• High level of integrity and discretion.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

What the Company Offers

• Opportunity to join a well-established and reputable business networking organisation.
• Dynamic and professional working environment.
• Exposure to executive-level financial management.
• Long-term career growth opportunities.
• Competitive market-related remuneration package.