Senior Financial Manager

About the position

As Senior Financial Manager, you will work closely with the executive team, gaining broad exposure to the business while managing the accounting function. You will report to the collaborate with the senior management team to drive excellence in financial operations and customer service processes.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting
Minimum 15 years’ experience, ideally with mid-sized companies and external stakeholder reporting.
Leadership experience in a financial role.
Advanced Excel skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Working knowledge of IFRS and exposure to ERP systems (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to adapt with business needs.
A strong team player and motivator.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring IFRS compliance.
• Oversee monthly reporting, Annual Financial Statements, and audit engagements.
• Manage VAT, income tax returns, and SARS queries.
• Handle insurance matters and budget preparation.
• Ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance in key processes.
• Project management: scope, plan, execute, coordinate, and debrief projects.
• Cash flow management, forecasting, and reporting to Exco, Board, and funders.
• Ad hoc financial management and operational tasks.
• Be eligible to register as a Key Individual under the FSCA.

Desired Skills:

• Manage finance department
• IFRS
• SARS
• VAT
• Income
• Financial statements
• prepare reports