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Job Description

About the Role

A prominent JSE-listed organisation within the Automotive sector is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager on a 6-month contract within its Motor division. The successful candidate will have strong analytical capability, sound commercial insight, and demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a finance team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Provide strategic direction to the finance team by setting clear goals and objectives, while mentoring and developing team members to achieve high performance.
  • Month-End & General Ledger Management: Oversee and review the General Ledger, approve journal entries, open new accounts, and ensure efficient and timely month-end processes.
  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Review and approve reconciliations, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and ensure all discrepancies are resolved.
  • Financial Reporting: Ensure adherence to reporting deadlines, review management accounts for accuracy and compliance, and maintain alignment with Hyperion reporting requirements.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting : Lead the preparation of annual budgets and manage ongoing forecast updates.
  • Banking & Payments: Review and approve debtor and creditor applications, reconciliations, and ad-hoc payments, and authorise transactions where required.

Requirements

  • Completed BCom degree or equivalent qualification
  • CIMA qualification advantageous

Qualifications

  • 34 years experience in a management role

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary details not specified

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Accounting / Finance Jobs in Gauteng

In Gauteng, South Africa, the accounting and finance industry is a significant sector, offering various career opportunities for professionals with the right skills and qualifications. Typically, this field is driven by the growth of multinational corporations and local businesses in industries such as technology, financial services, and manufacturing. As a result, job seekers can expect to find a diverse range of roles available, from entry-level positions to senior leadership roles.

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When it comes to salary expectations, accounting and finance professionals in Gauteng can generally expect to earn salaries that fall within broad ranges. Typically, salaries for entry-level roles start around R400 000 – R600 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries ranging from R1 million to over R3 million per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, it’s essential to note that these are broad ranges, and actual salaries may vary widely.

Common skills required for accounting and finance roles in Gauteng include strong technical knowledge of financial management principles, analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication skills, and proficiency in financial software and systems. Additionally, many employers also value candidates with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. In some cases, a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field may be required.

Industries that commonly employ accounting and finance professionals in Gauteng include the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and public sector entities. These sectors require skilled professionals to manage their finances, prepare budgets, and provide strategic guidance on financial matters. Job seekers can expect to find opportunities across these sectors, from small businesses to large multinational corporations.

For those interested in pursuing a career in accounting or finance, there are many development opportunities available. Typically, professionals in this field can progress to senior roles, such as financial manager or director of finance, after gaining relevant experience and developing their skills. Additionally, many employers offer training programs and mentorship opportunities to support the career development of their employees.

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Johannesburg: Financial Manager – Contract

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Job Description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Financial Manager to take ownership of the financial management function for a division within a dynamic organisation. This role is responsible for leading a finance team, safeguarding the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and ensuring reliable, IFRS-compliant financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Team Management: Lead, motivate and develop the finance team by setting clear goals, providing direction, and fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Coach, mentor and empower team members to achieve both individual and departmental objectives.
  • Month-End & General Ledger Management: Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger, including review and approval of journals and the creation of new accounts where required. Manage and control the month-end close process, ensuring all deadlines are achieved and accounts are accurately finalised.
  • Balance Sheet & Reconciliations: Review and approve monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations. Ensure reconciliations are fully supported with appropriate documentation and that outstanding items are investigated and resolved timeously.
  • Financial Reporting: Ensure all financial reporting requirements and submission deadlines are met. Review, analyse and provide insightful commentary on monthly management accounts. Validate the accuracy and completeness of reports prepared by the finance team, ensuring all submissions reconcile to Hyperion.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the preparation of annual budgets in line with business objectives. Update and manage forecasts as required to support forward planning and decision-making.
  • Banking & Payments: Review and approve debtor and creditor application documentation. Approve creditor reconciliations, ad-hoc payments, beneficiaries and payment runs in line with governance controls.
  • Compliance, Audit & Controls: Oversee tax and VAT reviews to ensure legislative compliance. Take responsibility for internal and external audits and the preparation of annual financial statements. Review income completeness and ensure accurate financial recognition. Perform annual system rollovers and support teams in resolving sub-ledger and general ledger variances.
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Requirements

  • B.Com degree or equivalent (essential)
  • Minimum 34 years experience in a financial management or supervisory role

Qualifications

N/A

Salary & Benefits

N/A

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Accounting / Finance Jobs in Gauteng

In Gauteng, South Africa, the accounting and finance industry is a significant sector, offering various career opportunities for professionals with the right skills and qualifications. Typically, this field is driven by the growth of multinational corporations and local businesses in industries such as technology, financial services, and manufacturing. As a result, job seekers can expect to find a diverse range of roles available, from entry-level positions to senior leadership roles.

When it comes to salary expectations, accounting and finance professionals in Gauteng can generally expect to earn salaries that fall within broad ranges. Typically, salaries for entry-level roles start around R400 000 – R600 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries ranging from R1 million to over R3 million per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, it’s essential to note that these are broad ranges, and actual salaries may vary widely.

Common skills required for accounting and finance roles in Gauteng include strong technical knowledge of financial management principles, analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication skills, and proficiency in financial software and systems. Additionally, many employers also value candidates with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. In some cases, a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field may be required.

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Industries that commonly employ accounting and finance professionals in Gauteng include the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and public sector entities. These sectors require skilled professionals to manage their finances, prepare budgets, and provide strategic guidance on financial matters. Job seekers can expect to find opportunities across these sectors, from small businesses to large multinational corporations.

For those interested in pursuing a career in accounting or finance, there are many development opportunities available. Typically, professionals in this field can progress to senior roles, such as financial manager or director of finance, after gaining relevant experience and developing their skills. Additionally, many employers offer training programs and mentorship opportunities to support the career development of their employees.


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



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