Financial Manager | Cape Town

A reputable investment firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Financial Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate is a professional with strong ethics, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who is also a hands-on team player with a strong work ethic.

Key Responsibilities :

The Financial Manager will be responsible for a wide range of financial and administrative duties, including :

Financial Management : Overseeing financial accounting and reporting, managing payroll and HR functions, and handling cash management, including placing funds on call . Key tasks include producing monthly management accounts, managing accounts for four small entities, and handling invoicing and debtor management .

Compliance and Reporting : Ensuring regulatory and compliance requirements are met, with experience in SARS e-filing and Easyfile for tax submissions, as well as submitting VAT returns . The role also involves submitting reports to entities like the FSCA, FASSET, and StatsSA .

Administrative and Operational Support : Assisting with office management functions, approving payments, and monitoring employee leave . The role also includes managing subscriptions and assisting with the annual audit of five entities .

Systems and Tools : The position requires proficiency in specific systems, including SAGE Pastel Express, SAGE 300, and ESS, as well as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook .

Qualifications and Requirements :

A relevant graduate or postgraduate qualification .

At least five years of experience in a financial accountant role .

Excellent time management skills .

Knowledge of risk management and BBB-EE verification experience are highly desirable .

An ability to act confidently, a willingness to learn, and a strong sense of accountability and integrity .

This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytical and detail-oriented professional to take on a key role within a dynamic investment firm.