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
