Midrand: Financial Manager posted by Humankind

March 25, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Humankind

Gauteng

Finance/Accounting Management

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Financial Manager to lead financial operations across multiple business units. The successful candidate will provide strategic financial oversight, reporting, and operational support while ensuring compliance with tax, VAT, and statutory requirements. This is a 6-month contract with potential for a long-term extension.

Key Responsibilities

Lead financial reporting and consolidation across business units.
Prepare and submit VAT, provisional, and final tax calculations.
Manage stock and fixed asset registers, including reconciliation and reporting.
Support operational finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management.
Oversee banking administration, group payments, and treasury activities.
Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and statutory requirements.
Liaise with auditors, banks, and consultants to ensure smooth financial operations.
Lead finance teams, supervise daily financial activities, and support smaller company operations as required.
Assist with ad hoc operational and finance projects.

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Financial Manager, Senior Accountant, or similar role.
Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax, VAT, and statutory reporting.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, SAGE, Syspro, Palladium, or Pastel.
Solid understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and cashflow management.
Experience in audit preparation, internal controls, and compliance.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

Relevant Finance/Accounting qualification (Diploma, Degree, or higher).
Experience in a multi-entity or group finance environment is highly desirable.
Valid driver’s license required.

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About Finance/Accounting Management Jobs in Gauteng

In Gauteng, South Africa, the finance and accounting management field is a significant contributor to the province’s economy, with various industries relying on skilled professionals to manage their financial operations. Typically, this field offers stable employment opportunities with good prospects for career advancement. Generally, the demand for finance and accounting managers remains high across multiple sectors.

Salary expectations for finance and accounting management positions in Gauteng are generally broad and can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically range from R400 000 to R1 500 000 per annum, with senior roles often commanding higher remuneration packages. However, these figures are subject to change and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.

Common skills required for finance and accounting management positions include proficiency in financial software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, experience with financial reporting and regulatory compliance, knowledge of financial management principles and practices, and a solid understanding of taxation laws. Typically, candidates with a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration are well-suited for these roles.

Finance and accounting managers can be found across various industry sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The financial services sector, for example, often employs finance and accounting professionals to manage its operational finances, while the technology industry may require them to oversee the financial aspects of software development or IT projects.

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Career progression opportunities in this field are generally good, with experienced finance and accounting managers often moving into senior roles such as department head or director of finance. Many companies also offer training and development programs to help employees acquire new skills and advance their careers.

This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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