Assistant Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Poimaine

Job Ref:

1579560001

Date posted:

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Qualification

Completed BCom Management Accounting or Financial Accounting Degree
1–3 years post-articles experience (financial services experience is preferable)

About the Role

The Assistant Financial Manager will report directly to the Head of Finance, providing oversight for various domestic and international entities linked to a family office structure. The role covers a diverse group specializing in listed holdings, private equity investment, offshore portfolios, philanthropic projects, and the financial affairs of family principals.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in planning, implementing, and reporting on financial transactions across all group entities
Compile internal and external reports arising from financial activities
Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and adherence to internal policies
Maintain financial processes, procedures, and controls to support group-wide financial hygiene
Manage short-term cash flow planning and oversee all banking transactions
Drive long-term cash flow and treasury management, including liaising with major banks
Compile and review monthly internal reports
Review annual financial statements and coordinate audit processes
Oversee financial control and manage outsourced accounting functions for accuracy
Supervise outsourced group secretarial functions, including all relevant documentation
Manage SARB exchange control reporting and liaise with authorized dealers
Execute and manage currency trades
Consult external advisors on tax, legal, exchange control, and accounting matters
Maintain adequate insurance coverage for major assets

External Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with onshore and offshore accounting, company secretarial firms, audit firms, banks, brokers, and trust administration companies

Desired Attributes

Driven, adaptable, and detail-oriented
Comfortable working as part of a highly dedicated finance and investment team
Eager to expand expertise across a broad range of financial activities and reporting
Strong communicator, able to interact with service providers across multiple functions

Benefits

Exposure to a diverse financial environment
Opportunity to work with leading professionals in the field
Career growth in a dynamic and expanding team

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