Cape Town: Financial Manager posted by K2 Recruit

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Financial Manager to support the Chief Financial Officer in safeguarding the financial integrity of this fast growing organisation. This role is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, optimising cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making by providing reliable financial insights while ensuring robust governance and financial discipline across the organisation.

We are looking for an OUT THE BOX THINKER, EMOTIONALLY MATURE, SELF-AWARED and SYSTEMS IMPROVER to fill this role. You will need to have worked in a shared-services environment previously.

What success looks like:

• Accurate financial reporting and strong control environment

• Compliance with tax, regulatory, and audit requirements

• Effective financial risk management

• Reliable financial insights supporting strategic decisions

• High-performing and well-supported finance team

Key Responsibilities Financial Operations

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with accounting standards

• Manage and monitor cash flow forecasting

• Review and authorise local and international payments

• Review payroll data and ensure accuracy of financial records

Financial Reporting

• Oversee financial reporting and month-end processes

• Coordinate statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and South African tax regulations

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Design and implement strong internal financial controls

• Maintain and improve the finance control environment

• Develop and implement accounting policies aligned with IFRS

• Ensure segregation of duties, payment approval workflows, and expense controls

• Manage financial risk across liquidity, credit, fraud, and operational risk

• Maintain a financial risk register and mitigation strategies

Strategic Finance Support

• Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions

• Partner with business units to align financial management with strategic objectives

• Support financial oversight of technology and development projects

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage the finance team

• Provide coaching and mentorship to direct reports

• Monitor team productivity and performance

Minimum Requirements Qualifications

• CA(SA) preferred

• CIMA or equivalent professional qualification

Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Financial Manager leading a finance team

• Experience in manufacturing or retail environments preferred

• Exposure to imports and exports advantageous

• Experience working with Sub-Saharan African markets advantageous

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel

• ERP systems (experience with Odoo advantageous)

• Knowledge of IFRS for SMEs

• Understanding of the Companies Act and South African tax regulations

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work under tight reporting deadlines

• Proven leadership and team management capability

• Strong organisational and time management skills