Job title : Financial Mgr : Reporting_Sunbet (Sandton)
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : November 09, 2025
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Description
The Financial Manager Reporting : SunBet will be responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the SunBet finance team, financial controls, fiscal discipline with specific regard to achieving business profitability and improving financial operational standards.Requirements
Qualifications
B.Com Honours with completed articlesRegistration with professional body (SAICA or CIMA)Experience
10 years’ experience in FinanceAt least 4 years’ experience in a managerial positionExperience in gaming financeExperience in financial ERP systemsStrong understanding of financial regulations and the legislative environmentExperience in Africa will be an added advantageSkills & Knowledge
ConceptualisingAnalytical skills (including attention to detail)Influencing SkillsManaging Risks, Results and RelationshipsDecision-makingEmotional MaturityAbility to handle pressure and meet deadlinesKnowledge of statutory legal and tax requirementsStrong technical knowledge including IFRS developmentsStrong knowledge of accounting systemsFinancial reportingComputer Proficiency in MS Office (Advanced Excel); Cognos or similar, IFS (advantage)Business acumenNumerical skills (calculations)Full understanding of the budgeting and forecasting processKeep abreast of new developments in the financial and tax fieldsKey Performance Areas
Align SunBet and Group Finance operations with the overarching financial strategy and budgetFacilitate the delivery and achievement of key operational financial targetsIdentify and assess financial risks and opportunities to support strategic decision-makingAssist the Commercial Manager in preparing board packs and supporting strategic initiatives, including the rollout of the SunBet BBBEE strategyOversee accurate and timely financial reporting on projects and business initiativesPrepare and consolidate management reports across all SunBet group entitiesConduct variance analysis on financial reports, identifying unusual trends against prior periods and budgetsAnalyse business results to identify key trends, ensuring realistic forecasts and data-driven decision-makingCompile first-level forecasts and budgets by coordinating inputs from departmental headsOversee financial accounting processes across SunBet group companiesStay current with IFRS changes and ensure timely implementation within the organisationMonitor compliance with internal financial procedures and controlsReview tax returns for SunBet entities and prepare tax calculations where applicableReview balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completenessAssist in the review of operating and capital expenses in line with delegation of authorityCoordinate internal and external audits in partnership with the Commercial ManagerAddress audit findings and support the development of appropriate management responsesEnsure documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are in place for all financial accounting functionsLead the development and implementation of a stock control SOP for marketing and promotional materialsOversee fixed asset management processes to ensure compliance and controlManage and allocate departmental resources to meet operational objectivesEnsure staff competency levels align with operational requirements and role expectationsLead departmental communications, fostering effective engagement between employees and leadershipDrive performance management and coach team members to meet KPIsProvide value-adding recommendations to optimize financial performance and operational efficiencyCoordinate with Group Finance for new account setups and ensure accurate configurationEngage with relevant stakeholders to ensure financial systems and processes are properly integrated and functioningAccounting / Financial Services jobs