Financial Manager

Description:

Job Purpose:To take full responsibility for the financial well-being, operational oversight, and administrative management of the group. The Financial Manager will lead the finance function, support strategic decision-making, and ensure compliance, profitability, and efficient daily operations.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education (Essential):

• B.Com Degree or equivalent (minimum 3-year qualification)

  Minimum Education (Advantageous):

  • Professional designation (SAIPA, SAICA or similar)

    Minimum Applicable Experience:

    • 810 years experience in a similar Financial Management role

      Required Nature of Experience:

      • Full financial management function within a group structure
      • Preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements
      • Budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and risk analysis
      • Inter-company reconciliations and expense recharges
      • Payroll management (Sage Professional Payroll)
      • Property rental management and lease administration (advantageous)
      • Short-term rental (STR) and hospitality administration (e.g. Airbnb, Booking platforms)
      • Audit preparation and liaison with internal and external auditors
      • Stakeholder engagement at Director and Shareholder level
      • Operational and administrative management across departments

        Skills and Knowledge (Essential):

        • Strong financial acumen with operational mindset
        • Experience with Pastel / Sage One or similar accounting platforms
        • Draft financial statements (DraftWorx or similar)
        • Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
        • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English & Afrikaans)
        • High attention to detail and accuracy
        • Strong organisational and time management skills
        • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
        • Strong problem-solving abilities
        • Professional business etiquette
        • Stress tolerance and ability to work in a high-pressure environment
        • Hands-on, proactive approach

          KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

          Financial Management & Reporting

          • Full responsibility for the financial health of the group
          • Preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements
          • Preparation of quarterly board packs
          • Budget preparation and financial forecasting
          • Cash flow management and risk analysis
          • Monthly VAT returns and statutory submissions
          • Monthly bank, general ledger and inter