Johannesburg: Financial Manager (Germiston) posted by The Recruitment Pig

About the Role

We are a well-established, specialist South African provider in the Health and Medicine sector, operating since 1995. We focus on delivering compliant and comprehensive solutions in Occupational Health, Corporate Wellness, Training, and Safety to a wide network of corporate clients across various industries. Our core mission is to seamlessly merge medical expertise with industry requirements, ensuring the health, safety, and operational efficiency of our customers’ workforces.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or appropriate accounting frameworks.
• Manage the general ledger, reconciliations, and the maintenance of the fixed asset register.
• Implement and maintain robust internal financial controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Lead the annual budgeting process and the preparation of ongoing financial forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis against budget and prior periods, providing detailed commentary and strategic recommendations to executive management.
• Perform cost analysis for key service lines (e.g., mobile medicals, training programs) to ensure optimal pricing and profitability.
• Monitor and manage the company’s daily cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs.
• Oversee debtors (Accounts Receivable) and creditors (Accounts Payable) functions to minimize risk and optimize working capital.
• Ensure the company is fully compliant with all relevant South African statutory requirements, including VAT, Income Tax, and PAYE (through payroll oversight).
• Liaise effectively with external auditors, tax advisors, and relevant regulatory bodies (e.g., SARS).

Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) or Bachelor of Accounting (B.Acc) degree, or an equivalent qualification with a focus on Financial Accounting.
• Honours degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in an accounting or finance role.
• At least 2 years of experience in a dedicated Financial Manager or Financial Controller capacity.
• Experience in the service industry or a corporate client environment is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) or Bachelor of Accounting (B.Acc) degree, or equivalent qualification with focus on Financial Accounting.
• Honours degree in Finance or related field.

Salary & Benefits

R50,000 R60,000 Cost to Company (CTC) per month

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV or send it on WhatsApp to (***)***-****