Finance Manager (Maternity Cover – 9 Months)
Robert Walters · Johannesburg, Gauteng
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- Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance Manager will oversee accounting, statutory reporting, group reporting, tax compliance, external audits and business analysis. You will lead a team of five financial controllers and play an integral role in ensuring accurate financial data is available for decision-making while driving process improvements and digitalisation initiatives.
- This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in finance and tax compliance, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Required Competencies
- Fully qualified CASA / CIMA
- 5–8 years of proven experience in finance-related roles within the financial services sector
- Demonstrated experience in successfully leading and managing teams
- Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting standards and reporting practices
- Expertise in statutory compliance Corporate Tax & VAT
- Proficiency in financial ratio analysis and financial systems
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills essential; SAP knowledge is advantageous
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of financial controllers in line with leadership principles.
- Oversee monthly reporting to head office.
- Conduct Opex reviews and analyses.
- Ensure balance sheet and income statement controls are in place.
- Manage transfer pricing and ensure staff compliance with mandates.
- Ensure all reporting, tax, and regulatory deadlines are met accurately and efficiently.
- Actively participate in internal and external audits.
- Provide financial information to stakeholders on an ad-hoc basis.
- Participate in accounting and book-closing processes.
- Control and manage assets from a finance perspective.
- Develop and maintain formal procedures for departmental tasks.
- Coordinate cross-functional improvements to enhance efficiency in processes.
- Drive digitalisation efforts to support business analysis and streamline operations.
Personal Competencies
- Process-oriented mindset with strategic thinking capabilities
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to deviations and improvements.