Finance Manager (Maternity Cover – 9 Months) at Robert Walters

About the Role:

• Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance Manager will oversee accounting, statutory reporting, group reporting, tax compliance, external audits and business analysis. You will lead a team of five financial controllers and play an integral role in ensuring accurate financial data is available for decision-making while driving process improvements and digitalisation initiatives.
• This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in finance and tax compliance, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Required Competencies:

• Fully qualified CA(SA) / CIMA
• 5–8 years of proven experience in finance-related roles within the financial services sector
• Demonstrated experience in successfully leading and managing teams
• Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting standards and reporting practices
• Expertise in statutory compliance (Corporate Tax & VAT)
• Proficiency in financial ratio analysis and financial systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (essential); SAP knowledge is advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of financial controllers in line with leadership principles.
• Oversee monthly reporting to head office.
• Conduct Opex reviews and analyses.
• Ensure balance sheet and income statement controls are in place.
• Manage transfer pricing and ensure staff compliance with mandates.
• Ensure all reporting, tax, and regulatory deadlines are met accurately and efficiently.
• Actively participate in internal and external audits.
• Provide financial information to stakeholders on an ad-hoc basis.
• Participate in accounting and book-closing processes.
• Control and manage assets from a finance perspective.
• Develop and maintain formal procedures for departmental tasks.
• Coordinate cross-functional improvements to enhance efficiency in processes.
• Drive digitalisation efforts to support business analysis and streamline operations.

Personal Competencies:

• Process-oriented mindset with strategic thinking capabilities
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to deviations and improvements.