JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Manager with CA certification to join our team. The Financial Manager will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy of the company and ensuring its financial health.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, strategic planning, and leadership, with a proven track record as a Chartered Accountant, preferably within the online trading or financial investment sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy to support the overall business objectives, by leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports in compliance with accounting standards for internal and external stakeholders.
- Cash flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow to support operational needs and capital investments.
- Financial Controls: Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of budgets and financial forecasts, monitoring actual performance against budgets.
- Audit and Compliance: Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process and conduct internal audits to identify areas for improvement.
- Taxation: Prepare and file tax returns in compliance with relevant regulations and advise management on potential impacts.
- Banking: Open corporate accounts for commercial and international accounts and maintain relations with various banks.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on changes in the FSCA’s regulatory frameworks and advise on navigating regulatory requirements.
- Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team.
- Ad Hoc Projects: Participate in special financial projects as assigned by the Group CFO or CEO.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance
- Chartered Accountant (CA) certification is required.
- 5+ years of proven experience in financial accounting, preferably in online trading/financial investments.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations with the FSCA, and South African tax laws.
- Proficiency in financial software (Pastel/Priority) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strategic thinking: the ability to think strategically and contribute to the overall business strategy.
- Communication skills: excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Leadership: proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Adaptability skills: strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Medical aid with discovery (100% contribution)
- Gym membership (100% contribution)
- Group life risk benefits (100% contribution)
- Onsite Parking
- Breakfast snack, lunch, and refreshments.
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