Senior Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Isilumko Staffing (JHB)

Job Ref:

2825168664

Date posted:

Friday, February 13, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Senior Financial Manager

Permanent I Woodstock, Cape Town

Experience:

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

Lead the transactional finance function for the UK and Ireland region, including payroll and coding teams
Manage the month end close process, including accruals and prepayments review
Preparation of financial reporting to management and the Board
Provide insightful commentary and analysis through regular finance reports
Responsible for budgeting and forecasting opex costs and other below-EBITDA P&L items
Business partnering with Business Unit leads to deliver monthly opex reviews
Drive improved P&L performance through cost efficiencies and optimisation
Implement enhancements to financial processes and controls as part of a culture of continuous improvement
Review of balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis
Support the UK, Ireland and UAE annual financial audit process
Overview of local tax (corporate and employment) and regulatory compliance
Other ad-hoc duties when required

Skills & Attributes

Ability to manage time and consistently meet deadlines
Demonstrates commercial acumen when reporting financial performance
Excellent leadership and ability to drive team performance
Deal with clients, suppliers and other employees professionally at all times
Proven track record of problem solving in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and decision-making skills
Strong attention to detail
Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience

7+years Senior Financial Manager with operational finance role (essential)
Hands-on experience with key financial systems (e.g. expense management, payroll, forecasting, business intelligence)

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