Finance Manager at Discovery Limited

Key Purpose

• To lead and manage all joint finance functions across both insurance and non-insurance business lines, including but not limited to VAT, budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. The primary focus of this role is to drive automation and implement efficiencies within financial processes, ensuring streamlined operations and enhanced control across all areas of the business.

Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to

Finance Reporting efficiencies and controls

• Drive automation initiatives to improve accuracy, speed, and efficiency of financial processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements across VAT, reporting and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure robust financial controls are in place and continuously improved.
• Conduct regular reviews with cost centre managers to maintain financial discipline 

Budgeting & Tax Compliance

• Involved in budgeting process across all lines of business.
• Monitor and report on budget performance.
• Manage VAT and Income tax compliance and reporting across multiple business units.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and analyse monthly financial reports across all entities.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end reporting.
• Support the preparation of Board packs and strategic financial presentations.
• Review and improve financial reconciliations and reporting tools. 

 Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with external regulatory bodies including Prudential Authority, NCR,  SASRIA, and SARB.
• Collaborate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and transparency.
• Represent finance in cross-functional projects aimed at improving business-wide efficiency.

Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of both insurance and non-insurance financial environments.
• Proven experience in implementing automation and process improvements.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools.

Education and Experience

Education:

• Matric (Essential)
• BCom/Accounting qualification (Essential)
• Chartered Accountant (Advantageous)

Experience:

• 3–5 years financial experience (Essential)
• 2–3 years in a leadership role (Essential)
• Experience across multiple industries (Advantageous)