Cape Town City Centre: Finance Manager (Insurance)

This established short-term insurance provider has built a solid reputation for delivering tailored risk and underwriting solutions to both individual and commercial clients. With a strong focus on service excellence, compliance, and innovation, the company offers a stable yet forward-thinking environment where finance professionals can truly add value and grow their expertise. Key Responsibilities As Finance Manager, youll play a key role in overseeing the finance function and guiding a small team of accountants. Your responsibilities will include: Reviewing monthly accounting processes and reconciliations Compiling and analysing management reports Managing cashflow, investments, and approving payments and collections Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Ensuring all control accounts, balance sheets, and income statements are reconciled monthly Preparing and submitting VAT, income tax, and statutory returns (FSCA, Prudential Authority, SARB, SARS, NAMFISA) Compiling annual financial statements in line with IFRS Liaising with auditors and resolving outstanding reconciliation items Identifying and implementing process and internal control improvements Supporting regional managers with accurate and timely financial information Minimum Requirements Qualified CA(SA) 2 years post-articles experience , ideally within Financial Services or Short-Term Insurance Strong MS Excel skills Experience with accounting systems such as Great Plains, SAP, or Accpac (advantageous) Excellent communication, analytical, and time management abilities Youll Succeed If You Are: A team player with strong interpersonal skills Detail-driven and deadline-orientated Results-focused with the ability to prioritise effectively Passionate about improving processes and adding value through insight For more exciting (Finance/ Engineering/ IT / Supply Chain / Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit: