Finance Manager at First Point Group

About the job

• Are you ready to take the reins of financial health for a dynamic division within a leading organization? We are seeking a skilled and strategic Financial Manager to provide vital accounting support, drive financial planning, and deliver insights that shape critical business decisions.
• This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and make a tangible impact on both short-term goals and long-term strategies.

What You Will Do

As the Financial Manager, you will:

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Collaborate on annual budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals and identifying opportunities for optimization. Prepare monthly forecasts to support strategic planning.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Produce and analyze management accounts, providing actionable variance analyses to guide decision-making. Develop financial reports that inform strategy and enhance business performance.
• Cost Management: Review and optimize departmental costs, presenting cost-saving initiatives and ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business unit leads and senior executives, offering financial guidance to drive operational excellence.
• Cashflow Management: Oversee billing cycles, payments, and debt collection, ensuring optimal working capital and reduced debtor days.
• Compliance & Governance: Manage reconciliations, ensure legislative compliance, and lead efforts to maintain robust internal controls.
• Audit Support: Act as a key liaison for internal and external auditors, ensuring smooth processes and timely data delivery.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor your team by identifying growth opportunities and fostering a culture of continuous development.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic individual who brings::

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or equivalent qualification.
• Professional certifications (e.g., SAIPA, SAICA) are advantageous.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of relevant accounting and management experience.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage and optimize financial workflows.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Business acumen with a commercial mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to implement actionable plans.
• Team leadership and collaboration.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to compliance.