Introduction

The Financial Manager CA(SA) will be responsible for the pivotal role within the organisation. They will provide strategic financial analytical insights to assist decision making. The incumbent will, furthermore, oversee the financial standing of the business, ensure compliance and actively supporting the operational efficiency of the business. They will drive the finance team to push for accuracy and deadlines. The role will be responsible for working closely with the Managing Director, the executive team, board and key stakeholders. The incumbent will drive financial insight and leadership to operational and strategic initiatives.  

Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Analysis  

• Lead the development and implantation of financial systems, automation tools, and dashboards to improve visibility and efficiency.  
• Undertakes financial feasibility analysis, evaluations or business projects and advise on the optimisation of resources and profitability of projects.   
• Conducts special studies to analyse financial actions and prepares recommendations for policy, procedure, control or action.  
• Analyses financial information to determine present and future financial performance.  
• Evaluates profit plans, operating records and financial statements.  
• Makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities and profitability improvement strategies.  
• May research and prepare economic reports on subjects such as rate of return, depreciation, working capital requirements, investment opportunities, investment performance and impact of governmental requirements.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Provide accurate, insightful, and timeous financial reports to executive team and the board, including trend analysis, and risk flags.  
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders.  
• Report on forecasting for company finances.  
• Prepare and consolidate budgets.
• Conduct and manage budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis (actuals vs budgets).   
• Prepare and analyse profit and loss as well as cash flow statements.  Oversee cash flow management. 

Operational Management

• Partner with operational teams to drive efficiency, cost control and profitability.
•  Lead the development and implantation of financial systems, automation tools, and dashboards to improve visibility and efficiency.
• Evaluate cost-saving initiatives.
• Participate in business planning, including pricing strategies and margin analysis.  

Compliance & Governance  

• Adhere to company policies and departmental procedures.  
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations such as tax legislation and company policies. 
• Ensure that policies and procedures are enforced for compliance with regulations and relevant legislation.   
• Manage external audits and liaise with auditors. 
• Oversee tax planning, VAT submissions and statutory returns.

Strategic Insight & Risk Management  

• Oversee financial controls, risk management, audit and compliance frameworks. 
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support decision-making.
• Support business growth initiatives. 
• Continuously assess for financial risks. 
• Implementation of controls to reduce risk.  

External Stakeholders & Strategic Leadership Support   

• Actively engage with MD and leadership to understand operations and business drivers to provide actionable financial insights to support performance improvement.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, regulators, and investors.
• Continuously seek opportunities to add value to the business, enhance decision-making, and support growth opportunities.   

Staff Management 

• Foster a culture of accountability, high-performance, growth and continuous improvement.  
• Lead and develop the Finance and Administration teams.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Qualified CA(SA) registered with SAICA.  
• 5 - 7 years+ working experience.   
• 3 years leadership experience is essential.
• Experience with ERP System implementation.  
• Advanced MS Excel skills. 
• Valid Code B driver’s license & own transport.
• Clear Combined Credit & Criminal Checks as the incumbent will be in a position of trust handling cash & finances.    
• Full time, office based.  
• Available for network opportunities.
• May be required to be available after normal working hours, weekends & public holidays due to the inherent requirement of the role. 

Please Note: Should you not hear from us in 2 working weeks, you may consider your application as unsuccessful. The Successful Candidate will receive a full job description.