Finance Manager at Outsourced CFO

• Outsourced CFO is recruiting for a Finance Manager, this role is multifaceted and encompasses various responsibilities aimed at ensuring effective financial management, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence. The Finance Manager serves as a key link between financial functions and operational activities, contributing to the overall success of the company.

Job responsibilities will include,

• Forecasting (Financial Planning, Analysis & Budget Management)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain comprehensive financial models, forecasts, and budgets. Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and efficiency enhancements across various departments.
• Lead the development and management of annual budgets and long-term financial plans. Monitor budget performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Financial Processing and Reporting
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, statements, and presentations for internal divisions and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements where applicable
• Cash Flow Management
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to optimize financial stability and support operational needs. Develop strategies to mitigate cash flow risks.
• Operations
• Oversee the operational finance team (Invoicing, Payments, debtors), and ensure compliance with SOP's
• Risk Management and Internal Controls
• Assess financial risks and develop strategies to minimize potential exposures. Implement internal controls and safeguards to protect company assets.
• Ensure all processes are in place to facilitate Tax Planning and Compliance needs within different jurisdictions operated in
• Ensure SOP's of all core processes are updated, and that technology is used to ensure efficient flow of data.
• Keep risk register updated bi-annually, identify areas that would need intervention, and design SOP's to address these risk areas. Ensure these SOP's summarize relevant deliverable's used in addressing these risks.
• Team Leadership and Development
• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and professional development.
• The ideal candidate for this position will be a CA (SA) Bcom Financial Accounting degree & 3 year articles, 2-3 years of Financial Management experience. Experience on Cloud Accounting software and reporting is beneficial

Skills, Abilities & Characteristics of the ideal candidate;

• Initiative
• Dependability
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Leadership
• Self-control
• Emotional self-awareness
• Interpersonal relationships
• Problem solving
• Impulse control
• Flexibility
• Optimism