Senior Finance Manager

Recruiter:

Salix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB003052/JK

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

1100000

SUMMARY:
On the hunt for a Senior Finance Manager in JHB!

POSITION INFO:
This is not a role for a passive finance professional. It requires a technically strong, commercially aware Senior Finance Manager who can operate at executive level while still owning the detail. The position sits at the heart of Group Reporting and Distribution Channel management, demanding precision, strategic insight, and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders.

The successful individual will not only manage reporting and compliance but will actively partner with the business, strengthen internal controls, and help mitigate risk across distribution channels. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives under pressure and understands that finance is both a control function and a strategic lever.

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Duties:

Preparation of monthly management reports and detailed variance analysis
Presentation of financial reports to executive members
Full Group reporting responsibilities
Regulatory reporting for the Group
Submission of income tax and VAT returns
Management and oversight of internal controls
Identification and mitigation of risks affecting distribution channels
Preparation of budgets and forecasts
Monthly processing and review of trial balances
Review and preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Review of daily payments and detailed analysis of supporting schedules
Preparation of ad hoc financial reports (including involvement in IFRS 17 implementation)
Preparation of annual financial statements, including accounting policies and detailed notes
Liaison with internal and external auditors
Acting as a finance business partner to distribution channels
Internal and external stakeholder management
Team leadership and management

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
Qualified CA(SA) or CTA with completed articles
Strong IFRS technical knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Pastel experience advantageous
Knowledge of the insurance industry advantageous

Experience:

Minimum 7 years’ post-articles experience
Post-audit experience required
Proven experience in Group reporting and regulatory reporting
Exposure to IFRS implementation projects (IFRS 17 advantageous)
Experience managing internal controls and working with auditors
Demonstrated team management experience

Skills & Competencies:

Strong attention to detail
Excellent IFRS technical competence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Interpersonal and stakeholder management capability
Critical thinking and analytical skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and within a team
Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
High level of motivation, accountability, and work ethic

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

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