Financial Manager

About the position

Position Overview
The Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. This includes managing financial planning, elements of budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making. The role involves supervising the finance team, preparing financial reports, and developing strategies to improve financial performance and growth.

Key Responsibilities
Control of the operational accounting functions for designated subsidiary companies.
Team management - Team size can vary between 2-5 people.
Cash management including debtors and creditors processes.
Regulatory compliance oversight and management - external advice is sought in foreign jurisdictions where required.
Analyse and evaluate each designated subsidiary's financial performance and strategic position.
Financial reporting, tracking and analysis.
Completion of applicable tax filings.
Management and completion of all audit processes linked to each designated subsidiary company.

Required Skills
Deep understanding of financial principles and practices.
Ability to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
Strong skills to manage and motivate the finance team.
Excellent verbal and written skills to convey financial information effectively.
Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel.
Ability to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company goals.
Strong skills to address financial challenges and identify improvement opportunities.
High accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
Excellent skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
Strong skills to collaborate with various departments and build effective relationships.
High integrity and adherence to ethical standards.
Ability to adapt to changing financial environments and regulations.
Sound skills based on thorough financial analysis and risk assessment.

Qualifications and Experience
Previous experience on Sage X3.
B. Com Accounting, Financial, or Senior Accounting qualifications.
Experience in creditors, debtors, accounting and team management.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel and Word.

Desired Skills:

• Sage X3
• B.Com
• Financial Accounting
• Senior Accounting
• Advanced Excel
• Strong academics