Financial Manager

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POSITION INFO:
Successful candidate will be responsible for analysing management accounts, investigating variances, and reviewing a wide range of financial journals, reconciliations, and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance. Duties include payment releases, tax and VAT reviews, budgeting and forecasting, fund provisions, and balance sheet oversight. The role also supports audits, prepares statutory and internal reports, manages accruals, and responds to stakeholder queries and ad hoc management requests. Duties: Oversee the accuracy and completeness of accounting records across all operating entities Analyse financial information to provide meaningful insights and highlight concerns or anomalies Prepare and submit monthly financial reports via Hyperion, ensuring alignment with deadlines Manage the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and expense monitoring Review consolidated management accounts and provide detailed commentary Develop and present quarterly Board Packs and Risk Registers, offering value-added recommendations Engage with operational departments and head office finance teams on financial matters Evaluate and improve financial processes to ensure alignment and standardization Lead finance projects, including system implementations and process enhancements Approve refunds, credit notes, and payments according to mandates Support business and finance operations, including payroll budgeting and forecasts Review tax returns and VAT submissions for accuracy and compliance Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure thorough audits and compliance Requirements: CA (SA) or B Com (Hons.) or equivalent qualification 10+ years of finance reporting experience, ideally across industries including financial services, manufacturing, or distribution Strong proficiency in MS Excel, financial analysis, and reporting Solid experience in budgeting and financial management Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Leadership experience with people management capabilities Knowledge of IFRS and financial systems, with Microsoft Finance and Operations experience advantageous Critical thinker with entrepreneurial spirit and strong analytical skills Ability to adapt and thrive under pressure in a high-performance culture Nice to Have: Experience with IFRS implementation and financial system integrations Past roles in the motor or insurance industries Familiarity with Hyperion and other financial software systems