1. Financial Management:
• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Manage the preparation of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow).
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
• Recommend financial adjustments to align with company goals.
3. Accounts Management:
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and payment of invoices.
• Supervise payroll and ensure compliance with tax and statutory obligations.
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliations of accounts and bank statements.
4. Tax and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, preparing tax filings, and liaising with tax authorities as necessary.
• Prepare VAT returns and manage other tax-related filings.
• Work closely with auditors during financial audits and provide requested documents.
5. Financial Analysis:
• Conduct financial analysis and present findings to senior management.
• Assist in financial decision-making by providing insights into cost management, profitability, and investment opportunities.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure financial stability.
6. Team Leadership and Development:
• Supervise and mentor a team of accountants or junior finance staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities.

 
Qualifications &

• Education:
• Bachelor`s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is preferred.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in financial management or accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with financial software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Familiarity with accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills for reporting and presenting financial information.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under tight deadlines.
• Personal Attributes:
• Strong leadership abilities and a collaborative approach to team management.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Proactive, with the ability to anticipate financial needs and challenges.

Financial Manager/Accounts Manager position available in Western Cape, Western Cape. This job position was posted by West Coast Personnel. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-02-06 at 01:32:35 in the Finance Accounting category