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Assistant Finance Manager

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Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance professional, with completed articles and at least 5 years' experience, who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The role offers exposure to multi-currency operations, complex group structures, and international financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the day-to-day accounting for multiple group entities, ensuring accuracy of entries in Pastel
  • Manage monthly bank reconciliations (multi-currency)
  • Process online banking transactions (multi-currency)
  • Month-end close and preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Ensure compliance with FICA regulations
  • Handle forex revaluations
  • Manage underwriter payment processes, including Bordereaux reconciliations and broker engagement
  • Collaborate with brokering and technology teams to ensure seamless system integration with financial records
  • Assist with year-end audit processes and external audit liaison
  • Prepare and submit statutory filings (income tax, VAT, etc.)
  • Support budgeting, variance analysis, and ongoing financial monitoring
  • Monitor aged debtors and assist with recovery processes
  • Manage HR-related finance tasks, including payroll processing and tax compliance
  • Present financial performance and cash flow forecasting to the Executive Team across group entities
  • Contribute to process improvements and system change management
    Requirements:
    • Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles (Non-CA)
    • Minimum of 5 years post-articles experience in a finance role
    • Non-negotiable: Experience in insurance accounting/brokering and forex revaluations
    • Strong understanding of monthly financial processes within a growing business
  • Experience working in the insurance or financial services industry, preferably in a business with an international footprint
Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel Partner essential); comfortable learning new systems Highly analytical, self-driven, and adaptable to change Excellent communication and reporting skills
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25 Jul 2025;   from: gumtree.co.za

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