Assistant Financial Manager - Johannesburg

The successful candidate will provide strong leadership, vision, and guidance to the finance team, driving financial growth and operational efficiencies.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with the preparation of the annual financial statements in compliance with industry standards.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends and variances.
• Assist Head of Finance with preparing financial results and recommendations for presentation to the executive team and board, articulating financial performance and key metrics in an understandable format.

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile financial records and bank statements.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections.
• Maintain the control environment and sure policies, procedures and compliance are maximised

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards specific to the telecommunications industry, including IFRS, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Assist in external audits by providing necessary documents and explanations.
• Manage tax compliance, policies, and procedures

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Help in expense tracking and ensuring budget adherence.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Act as the primary point of contact for financial matters with internal and external stakeholders. Serve as a key liaison for financial matters, alongside the Head of Finance, in interactions with both internal and external stakeholders.

• A degree in Accounting.
• Audit articles is highly advantageous.
• 5+ years of experience in a finance role, preferably within the telecommunications or technology industry.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations including telecommunications regulatory frameworks. Proficient in financial software and ERP systems, with key attention to detail and accuracy and excellent teamwork abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

Should you not receive a response from us within one week of your application, your application has unfortunately not been successful.