Finance Manager; Insurance

A well-established and reputable player within the South African insurance and financial services sector is seeking a highly technical and driven Financial Manager to join its Finance Division. This role forms part of a dynamic finance team and reports directly into senior management.

The Financial Manager will take full responsibility for the finance portfolio of a key insurance entity within the group. The role focuses heavily on technical reporting, IFRS compliance (including IFRS 17), annual financial statements, audit management, and executive-level reporting.

• Preparation of monthly management reports and detailed financial analysis
• Presentation of financial results to executive stakeholders
• Preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Monthly processing and/or review of draft trial balances
• Review and preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Review of daily payments and detailed analysis of supporting schedules
• Involvement in ad hoc projects, including IFRS 17 implementation initiatives
• Preparation of entity tax calculations
• Preparation of financial statement sections linked to investments (IFRS 17)
• Full responsibility for the annual audit process, including liaison with external auditors

• Qualified CA(SA)
• Minimum 4–5 years' post‑articles experience
• Strong post‑audit experience
• Solid IFRS technical knowledge (including IFRS 17 exposure)
• Experience preparing annual financial statements
• Experience managing the audit process
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• SAGE system experience
• Advantageous: Insurance industry experience
• Tax knowledge
• Competencies: Strong attention to detail
• Excellent IFRS technical ability
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Strategic mindset with strong problem‑solving capability
• High levels of drive, accountability, and professional integrity

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