Senior Financial Manager (3 Months FTC) at Ellahi Consulting

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Financial Accountant Certification
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7)

Functional Training

• SAGE

Regulated Training

• Tax and IFRS/IAS rules

Experience

• 5 years industry-related experience within the Cargo, Freight, or Transport industry
• 10 years proven work experience as a Financial Manager or in a similar role
• 10 years in a management capacity within a finance department

Technical Skills

• Excellent math skills with strong attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as Accpac
• Solid knowledge of accounting regulations
• In-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to manage, mentor, and guide staff to meet the company’s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Conflict resolution skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Detail-oriented with an analytical and investigative mindset
• Positive and professional attitude
• Proactive planning abilities
• Ability to ensure departmental compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal/external audits (Operational, Health and Safety, Risk, Security, and Accounting)
• Ability to plan resources for both month-end and daily business operations
• Effective delegation skills
• Willingness to work overtime during month-end, year-end, audits, and peak periods

Environmental / Other Conditions

• Own vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Clear ITC and criminal record
• Availability for overtime during month-end and year-end periods

Primary Responsibilities & Duties
Main Purpose of the Job

• To maintain complete and accurate records of revenue, expenditure, assets, and liabilities, ensuring the integrity of financial information and achieving clean audits.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and mentor a focused finance team
• Foster a high-performance culture based on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Provide support to ensure accurate and timely execution of financial processes

Financial Operations and Reporting

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with standards
• Ensure accuracy in general ledger, cashbook, accounts payable, receivable, revenue, and fixed assets
• Liaise with external and internal auditors
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of IFRS standards, VAT, income tax, and transfer pricing

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including coordination, consolidation, and variance analysis
• Conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic decisions and operational efficiency
• Prepare and present financial forecasts, scenario planning, and performance reports to senior leadership

Cash Flow and Treasury Management

• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasting models
• Optimize liquidity and working capital
• Manage banking relationships and funding requirements
• Handle bank guarantees

Mergers and Acquisitions

• Support financial due diligence, valuation modeling, and integration planning
• Work with legal, operational, and external advisors to assess financial risks and opportunities

Systems and Process Improvement

• Drive automation and improve financial systems and reporting tools
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of finance operations