Financial Manager: Projects

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Are you a qualified CA(SA) who enjoys leading change, solving complex business challenges, and delivering projects that create measurable value? Do you thrive in environments where you can combine technical finance expertise with strategy, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement? An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Financial Projects Manager to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation. This role is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who is passionate about business transformation and enjoys driving initiatives that improve performance, strengthen governance, and support sustainable growth. Working closely with executive leadership and key stakeholders across the business, you will lead finance-related projects from inception through to implementation, helping optimise processes, improve reporting capabilities, enhance controls, and support strategic objectives across multiple business units. This is more than a traditional finance role. It's an opportunity to become a catalyst for change and play a key role in shaping the future of the finance function. Key Responsibilities Finance Transformation & Project Delivery Lead and execute strategic finance and business transformation projects across the organisation. Manage project plans, timelines, resources, risks, and stakeholder engagement activities. Drive initiatives focused on process improvement, operational efficiency, and business performance enhancement. Ensure successful project delivery in line with agreed objectives and timelines. Support organisational change initiatives and finance transformation programmes. Process Improvement & Automation Evaluate existing finance processes and identify opportunities for optimisation. Drive automation and standardisation initiatives across finance operations. Conduct root-cause analysis to address operational inefficiencies and recurring issues. Support system enhancements and technology-driven solutions that improve financial performance and reporting accuracy. Champion continuous improvement across finance and operational processes. Financial Governance & Controls Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks across the business. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and reporting standards. Support audit processes and oversee the implementation of audit recommendations. Assist in maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of financial reporting processes. Monitor and manage financial risk through enhanced control environments. Strategic Finance & Business Support Analyse financial information to identify trends, opportunities, and areas of risk. Provide financial insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making. Assist with annual financial statements, financial reviews, and strategic planning initiatives. Partner with leadership teams to align project outcomes with broader business objectives. Support the implementation of initiatives that drive profitability and long-term business value. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Build strong partnerships with finance, operational, and executive stakeholders. Collaborate across departments to ensure successful project execution and business alignment. Lead, mentor, and develop team members involved in project delivery. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on finance transformation initiatives. Requirements Qualifications CA(SA) qualification is essential. Relevant Finance, Accounting, or Commerce degree. Experience Minimum 3 years' experience in Financial Management. Minimum 3 years' experience in: Finance Transformation Business Improvement Projects Process Optimisation Financial Controls Project-Focused Finance Environments Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and managing diverse stakeholder groups. Strong exposure to finance process improvement and change management initiatives. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of financial controls, governance, and risk management. Experience with business process redesign and finance transformation projects. Exposure to automation and systems improvement initiatives. Strong financial reporting and analytical capabilities. Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Key Competencies The ideal candidate will be: Strategic and commercially minded. Highly analytical with strong problem-solving abilities. Results-driven and solutions-oriented. Comfortable leading change across complex environments. An effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. Organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities. Passionate about innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement. Why Join This Organisation? This opportunity offers the chance to move beyond traditional finance responsibilities and become a key contributor to organisational growth and transformation. You'll work closely with executive leadership, influence strategic decisions, and drive projects that create lasting business value. If you're looking for a role that combines finance, strategy, project management, business improvement, and executive exposure , this could be the ideal next step in your career. Apply Today! For more exciting Finance opportunities, visit: \/> I also specialise in recruiting within: Chartered Accountants (CA(SA)) Financial Managers Finance Managers Group Reporting & Consolidations Financial Control & Compliance Commercial Finance & FP&A Claire Gill Recruitment Consultant Apply today! 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