Finance Manager (6 month contract)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009172/Angie

Date posted:

Monday, March 23, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Manager, immediately available, to join a leading financial services group. This is an exceptional opportunity for a CA(SA) with strong leadership experience to take ownership of the financial accounting function and support strategic decision-making across the business.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Lead the financial accounting function for the Group and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with IFRS, the Insurance Act, and other relevant regulations.
Prepare accurate management accounts, oversee tax reporting, and ensure timely submission of all statutory and regulatory filings.
Drive process automation, maintain data integrity across financial reporting systems, and implement continuous improvements.
Establish and maintain robust governance, accounting policies, and internal controls across the Group.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for the finance team, setting clear objectives and fostering a high-performance culture.
Partner with operational teams and business units to provide strategic financial insights, support budgeting and forecasting, and contribute to business decision-making.
Support new product onboarding, business strategy initiatives, and cross-functional projects.

Key Outputs & Success Measures:

Ensure IFRS compliance and accuracy of all financial statements.
Deliver timely, insightful management accounts and tax reporting.
Drive operational efficiency through process automation and data integrity initiatives.
Maintain strong governance, controls, and policy adherence across all finance functions.
Develop and retain a high-caliber finance team.
Provide actionable business insights and financial guidance to support strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualification: NQF Level 7 – Finance Degree (CA(SA) or CIMA).
Experience: 5–8 years’ financial accounting experience within the financial or insurance sector, including at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of the financial sector and insurance industry, including IFRS 17.
Advanced IT and system skills, with the ability to manage complex reporting processes.

Key Competencies:

Leadership & Staff Management – ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
Financial Acumen – strong understanding of financial principles, reporting, and business performance metrics.
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving – ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
Governance & Ethical Behaviour – high integrity, compliance-oriented, with strong internal control focus.
Strategic Business Partnering – ability to provide meaningful financial input into operational and strategic decisions.

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For more information, contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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