Senior Finance Manager CA(SA)

SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Finance Manager to join a high-performing Finance Division. This role calls for a technically strong and commercially astute finance leader who will take ownership of Group Reporting and provide strategic financial oversight.

POSITION INFO:
This opportunity sits within a well-established and highly respected financial services group with a strong footprint across South Africa. The business is known for its customer-centric approach and innovative financial solutions, offering a diverse portfolio of products across insurance, investment, and wealth channels.

You will play a pivotal role in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, while partnering closely with executive leadership to support business performance and decision-making.

The finance function plays a critical strategic role in supporting business performance, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation.

The company fosters a high-performance culture that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Employees are empowered to contribute ideas, drive efficiencies, and partner closely with leadership in shaping financial strategy.

Duties:

• Prepare and deliver monthly management reports and detailed financial analysis
• Present financial insights and performance updates to executive stakeholders
• Lead Group Reporting processes
• Manage Regulatory Reporting requirements for the Group
• Oversee Income Tax and VAT submissions
• Drive and maintain effective internal control frameworks
• Assess risks impacting distribution channels and implement mitigation systems
• Lead the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Review monthly trial balances and financial processing
• Review and prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee daily payment reviews and supporting schedule analysis
• Support IFRS17 implementation and other ad hoc finance projects
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements including notes and accounting policies
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Act as a Finance Business Partner
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Accounting
• BCom Honours / CTA
• CA(SA)

• Completed SAICA Articles
• Minimum 7 years post-articles experience, including post-audit exposure
• Strong IFRS technical knowledge
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Pastel experience advantageous
• Exposure to the insurance industry highly beneficial

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong IFRS technical expertise
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced critical thinking ability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Confident written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strategic mindset with commercial acumen
• High levels of motivation, drive, and work ethic