Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Are you a detail-oriented and strategic finance professional, who also values Work-life balance, looking for your next challenge? My client is looking for a reliable Financial Manager to join their dynamic team in Centurion. In this role, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department and play a key role in analysing financial results. Your insights will guide executives and business leaders in making informed decisions for the company's future financial success. If you're ready to make an impact, drive financial strategy, and collaborate with top-level decision-makers, this role is for you. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Commerce (or equivalent) in accounting/financial management with 10+ years of relevant experience
• SAICA/SAIPA membership (preferred), completed articles required
• Advanced Excel, and Power BI (advantage)

Unique Work Conditions:

• Willingness to work under strict deadlines, occasional overtime
• Expertise in month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial controls
• Knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, auditing, taxation (Corporate Tax, VAT, etc.)
• Familiarity with SARS e-Filing, SAGE Payroll, Xero, Draftworx / CaseWare

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 2-4 staff
• Manage financial accounting, reporting, tax, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, invoicing, and controls
• Oversee cash flow, risk management, and compliance
• Liaise with Exco and manage complex transactions
• Cost Control and Optimisation
• Identify areas for cost reduction by analysing expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Identify areas for efficiency improvements to optimise financial performance
• Cash Flow Management
• Manage cash flow and liquidity
• Invest idle cash to maximise returns
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions
• Monitor and manage foreign exchange requirements and risk
• Financial Governance
• Develop financial policies and governance frameworks and ensure compliance
• Monitor compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Identify and monitor financial risks
• Develop and implement controls and risk mitigation strategies
• Financial Reporting
• Prepare timely annual financial statements for approval by the Board and Shareholders
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to IFRS for SMEs of annual financial statements
• Manage submission of annual returns and annual financial statements on regulatory platforms, e.g. XBRL reports
• Audit and Compliance
• Coordinate external audits and liaison with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations
• Address audit findings and implement recommended changes and improvements
• Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Identify and eliminate unnecessary steps in financial processes to increase efficiency
• Identify processes for automation and implement steps to automate manual steps
• Data Accuracy and Timeliness
• Prioritize accuracy and timeliness of providing financial information by streamlining the financial close process to facilitate timely reporting
• Improve data quality and reduce processing errors by implementing measures to validate data and reconcile accounts
• Financial Systems and Automation
• Utilise technology to automate routine transactions to improve efficiency
• Automate manual processes by leveraging technology solutions, workflow automation, and AI-powered tools
• Evaluate, motivate, and implement system upgrades or replacements
• Compassionate Leadership
• Lead by example
• Foster a culture of compassion and empathy within the Finance team
• Actively listen to and address the concerns and needs of the team
• Provide support during challenging times
• Team Development
• Identify the professional development needs of the Finance team
• Create Personal Development Plans and provide opportunities for skills development
• Provide mentorship and training to individuals in the team for growth and development