Finance Manager
Job Description: Leadership & Team Management
Lead and mentor the members of the finance team, promoting a culture of accountability, accuracy and service excellenceSet clear goals, provide coaching, and drive continuous improvement
Manage workload effectively within the team and address any concerns raised
Have a clear working knowledge of all company policies and operate within their scope
Build cross-departmental financial awareness and provide guidance and support to non-financial managers within the business
Financial Management & ReportingOversee the full financial accounting function, including journals, reconciliations, month-end, management accounts and intercompany transactions
Financial systems management and development according to business and reporting needs
Drive profitability through continuous review of departmental cost structures, margins and yields
Support the decision-making for new revenue initiatives
Present financial insights, forecasts, and variance analysis to the General Manager and heads of department
Drive accurate and timeous monthly reporting including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations
Produce detailed monthly financial reports segmented by department
Budgeting & ForecastingLead annual budgeting and forecast cycles, collaborating closely with the Heads of Department to ensure realistic, data-driven forecasting
Perform preliminary analysis of the variances between budgets, actuals, forecasts, statistics and KPIs
Analyze budget vs. actual performance, highlighting opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimization
Operational Finance & ControlsImplement and monitor internal controls across all departments, particularly cash handling, stock management and procurement
Comprehensive cash flow management
Analyzing stock reports, movements and processing stock related journals
Ensure appropriate application of accounting policies and company standard processes
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and Capex control schedule, ensuring accuracy and completion
Compliance & AuditingManagement of internal and external auditing processes, ensuring processes and systems are compliant with best business practice and audit requirements and findings
Ensure compliance with VAT, Income Tax, PAYE, U.I.F, SDL, and other statutory obligations
Liaise with external auditors, SARS, and financial institutions
Maintain accurate and timely statutory reporting and audit readiness
Support statutory and financial reporting compliance activities as required
Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and group reporting standards
Skills & Experience: 5+ Years Post Qualification Experience in Senior Accounting or Financial Management
Experience in the hospitality industry HIGHLY ADVANTAGEOUSExcellent communication skills, with the ability to lead, guide and support members of the team
Strong analytical, financial modelling and problem-solving skills
Excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage time and meet tight deadlines
A team player with the ability to work independently
Works well under pressure and naturally goes the extra mile
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Results and standards orientated
Qualification: BCom Accounting or equivalent degree.
Completion of SAICA articles - ADVANTAGEOUS
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