Financial Manager

Financial Manager job vacancy in Elgin, Western Cape.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the full finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Manage annual budgeting processes and support overall financial planning.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, journals, reconciliations, and month-end reporting.
• Ensure timely financial period closures and maintain the accuracy of financial records.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, EMP
  201, EMP
  501, provisional tax, income tax submissions, and SARS compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison with SARS, auditors, and external tax consultants.
• Support cash flow management, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Oversee supplier and customer accounts, asset management, and financial controls.
• Assist with audit preparation, supporting documentation, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Lead and support the finance team, including mentoring, training, and performance management.
• Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insight and support business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting.

• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• VAT processing and submission experience.
• Exposure to property management accounting preferred.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Accountant, Finance Administrator, or Bookkeeper.
• Sage and Xero experience would be beneficial.
• Experience using Pay Prop advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong administrative and communication skills.