Junior Finance Manager

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Junior Finance Manager to join their Port Elizabeth team,

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  
• Assist in preparing management accounts
  
• Support variance analysis and provide insights into cost control and profitability
  
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets
  
• Monitor project budgets against actual spend and highlight variances
  
• Support cash flow management and prepare projections
  
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations
  
• Assist with the implementation of financial systems and controls
  
• Ensure accurate record-keeping for all financial transactions
  

Requirements

• Grade 12
  
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field
  
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a finance or accounting environment
  
• Proven experience in preparing financial statements, management accounts, budgets, and cash flow forecasts
  
• Experience in variance analysis, cost control, and financial reporting
  
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring, and managing a small team of 2-3 junior finance staff
  
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and reconciliations
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial accounting software/ERP systems
  

Requirements
• Grade 12 • Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a finance or accounting environment • Proven experience in preparing financial statements, management accounts, budgets, and cash flow forecasts • Experience in variance analysis, cost control, and financial reporting • Previous experience supervising, mentoring, and managing a small team of 2-3 junior finance staff • Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and reconciliations • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial accounting software/ERP systems