Our Client, a leading brand in the Total Workspace Solutions space, is looking to employ an experienced Financial Manager to their team, based in Port Elizabeth. 

This is a senior management position.

Requirements:

• A degree in either Tax, Accounting, or Finance.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior financial role.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Sage X3.

• Strong technical accounting knowledge.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Proven ability in financial analysis and forecasting.

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.

• High attention to detail and initiative.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and innovative.

• Strong problem-solving, change management, and influencing skills.

• Professional demeanor and strong team leadership abilities.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Manage cash flow effectively.

• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable.

• Handle full contract management processes.

• Develop and manage forecasts and budgets.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Oversee full tax compliance and submissions.

• Manage audit preparation and requirements.

Strategic Planning:

• Support the formulation of the company’s strategic direction.

• Monitor and guide implementation of business plans.

• Develop financial and tax strategies.

• Manage capital requests and the budgeting process.

• Establish performance measures aligned with strategic goals.

Operations:

• Participate in key executive decisions.

• Maintain strong relationships across the management team.

• Oversee and manage the accounting department.

• Ensure compliance with IFRS standards.

• Ensure accurate inventory and costing values.

• Implement and monitor effective internal financial controls.

Staff Management:

• Lead and develop finance staff.

• Ensure optimal performance of the finance team.

Financial Administration and Reporting:

• Oversee issuance of all financial information.

• Compile, review, and approve monthly management accounts and board reports.

• Report financial results to the Board of Directors.

• Monitor cash management and analyze profitability.

• Review and approve journal entries.

Audit and Budgeting:

• Ensure timely completion of external audits.

• Complete and review audit packs.

• Plan and manage annual budgets and 3-year forecasts.

• Consolidate and review departmental budgets for submission.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.

• Maintain effective control systems and legal compliance.

• Ensure proper record keeping and reporting of risk issues.

• Conduct quarterly financial control self-assessments.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Ensure proper approval processes and vendor payments.

• Maintain customer collections within agreed credit terms.

Fixed Assets:

• Manage asset additions and disposals.

• Maintain depreciation records.

Taxation:

• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns.

• Complete tax calculations and liaise with group finance.

B-BBEE and EE Compliance:

• Support the development and implementation of the Employment Equity plan.

• Drive B-BBEE strategy and ensure achievement of targets.

Please be advised that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.