We are recruiting on behalf of our client, for a Financial Manager that will lead their Finance department. If you have an insatiable curiosity and are never satisfied with the status quo, with experience within mid-sized companies, continue reading.

Our client is a financial services company that focuses exclusively on providing financing to established SMEs. They are dedicated to fostering inclusive growth in South Africa by helping SMEs expand.

Our client values individuals who are truthful, candid, creative, curious, conscientious, and committed to holistic learning and growth. They operate as a close-knit team, engaging face-to-face with customers and stakeholders, and therefore maintain an entirely office-based work environment. If you are passionate about supporting the growth of SMEs and building South Africa, you could be the right fit.

As the Financial Manager, you will work closely with the executive team, gain broad exposure to the business and be accountable for the accounting function for the group and some key financial processes in servicing customers.The individual will report directly to the Commercial Director and will work closely with other members of the senior management team.

Responsibilities;

Manage the accounting function

Direct and lead the Finance Department team
Ensure IFRS compliance
Responsible for monthly reporting, Annual Financial Statements of several companies and the audit engagement
Experience with, or possess a sound conceptual understanding of, the principles inherent in a financing business e.g. expected credit loss modelling, impairment, classification
VAT & income tax returns & SARS queries
Auditor engagements
Insurance matters
Budgets

Manage the finance operations of the loan book

Disbursements
Collections
Reconciliations
Stakeholder reporting

Support ongoing projects

Asset & liability management
Forecasting
Other projects that interface with finance

Prepare reports

Timeous & accurate delivery
Alert Management to exceptions
Cash flow management & forecasts
Compile reports and present to Exco and Board
Ad hoc projects and tasks

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years' experience for non-CA(SA) candidates preferably with exposure to mid-sized companies including reporting to external stakeholders
Minimum of 10 years’ working experience for CA(SA) candidates preferably with exposure to mid-sized companies including reporting to external stakeholders
Leadership experience in a financial role
Working knowledge of IFRS
Project management
General Microsoft office tools
Excel – Advanced
Exposure to ERP systems & Xero/Sage/QuickBooks
Flexibility to adapt with business changes
Analytical mind, organised, precise and meticulous
Problem solver
Ability to take initiative, learn quickly and strive for results
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong team player and motivator
Analytical thinking - ability to break down complex problems and propose practical solutions
Full time on site - Randburg

Finance Manager

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