602 Head Of Statutory Reporting jobs in South Africa

Location: Bryanston

Company: Nestlé Nespresso

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Accounting/Finance

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in management positions, with prior management experience as a Business Controller

Closing Date: 18th August 2025

Position Summary
As the Finance Manager for Nespresso, you will act as a proactive change agent and co-pilot for the Business Executive Officer (BEO). Your role will ensure that Finance and Control (F&C) activities are coordinated and streamlined across the organization. You will provide critical insights for business decisions and leverage F&C work processes, systems, and people effectively.

A Day in the Life of a Finance Manager:

• Strategy Development: Lead the Market Business Strategy (MBS) process, coordinating the development of strategic decisions made in the Market.
• Value Creation: Drive value creation within the organization by applying a "big picture approach" to influence and generate relevant insights.
• Team Development: Coordinate the development of the Finance Team through career and personal development, collaborative working practices, and compensation schemes.
• Compliance: Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with corporate and legal standards and that the internal control framework is effective.
• Resource Allocation: Support an efficient resource allocation process through appropriate financial measures, ensuring alignment with MBS.
• Performance Management: Analyze, interpret, and convert data into clear actions for business leaders, promoting understanding of business drivers through KPIs and comparative benchmarking.
• Cost Management: Proactively manage costs, including structural costs, driving the allocation of resources and simplifying business complexity.
• Pricing Strategy: Ensure execution of pricing policy and margins are in line with agreed strategies, reflecting the consumer and customer value proposition.
• New Initiatives: Drive new business initiatives, promoting understanding of Group initiatives and contributing to strategic modeling for new products and innovations.
• IS/IT Leadership: Ensure local IS/IT/BI strategy aligns with HQ strategy and lead the team for operational efficiency and high-level service.

What Will Make You Successful

• Completed Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
• CIMA Qualification is advantageous
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in management positions, with prior management experience as a Business Controller
• Solid experience with operating systems supporting end-to-end business processes
• Experience in managing a network organisation

People are at the heart of our success – all 14,000 of them. We actively cultivate diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate individuality, believing that your authenticity and uniqueness can help us to grow and thrive together.

About the job Finance Manager

Position Title: Finance Manager

Location: Cape Town

Our client is a well-established, internationally recognised non-profit organisation. They provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB.

Their work culture is adapted to the constantly-evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care.

Purpose of the Position:

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overall financial management, audit and compliance, reporting, Stakeholder Management and staff management. This role focuses primarily on Centres for Disease Control (CDC) projects within the organisation.

Minimum Requirements:

• CA (SA) and at least 3 years experience in finance, accounting, budgeting and management; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years post articles experience.
• Knowledge of financial accounting systems (e.g. SAP).
• PEPFAR audit experience will be a great advantage.
• Ability to work with and create financial modelling tools within Microsoft Excel (advanced).
• Report writing.
• Clear credit and criminal record.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Valid code 08 drivers licence.

• Supervise and manage project bookkeeping including cashbook processing and journals.
• Ensure the preparation of bank reconciliations and reviews.
• Provide oversight and compliance on project debit cards, staff debtors and expense claims.
• Ensure all funder and statutory deadlines are met.
• Provide financial management support to programme directors.
• Provide assistance to departments for finance-related activities.
• Review and release electronic payments and transfers.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of the fixed asset register.
• Overall responsibility of the financial management / trial balance as allocated.

• Ensure accurate accounting for VAT Overall responsibility for the preparation and execution of all fund related audits (internal and external).
• Assists with preparation and execution of statutory audits.

• Ensure adequate cash-flow management.
• Ensure loan account and inter account transfers are done.

• Ensure all monthly expense claims and financial reporting are prepared and submitted to funders on time.
• Provide insight to senior management, board and external parties through review of financial reporting for projects.
• Ensure that all reports are reconciled to the underlying financial system.

• Maintain and build relationships with internal and External Stakeholders.

• Ensure high level plans are communicated and assigned to the team.
• Engage in the performance review process.

• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Non-judgmental
• Problem solving
• Excellent organisational and administration skills
• Reporting and statistics

Finance Manager - Cape Town (Hybrid)

Join one of South Africa's leading cloud accounting firms as a Finance Manager in our dynamic Cape Town team. You'll lead a high-performing team of accountants, play a key role in client success, and drive operational excellence—while enjoying the flexibility, autonomy, and innovation that define our culture.

1. Team Leadership & Planning: Design and manage monthly and quarterly work plans to keep your team aligned and efficient.
2. Quality Control: Review accounting deliverables and ensure top-tier quality in everything your team produces.
3. Mentorship & Training: Provide ongoing coaching, technical guidance, and training to your team.
4. Client Engagement: Own client relationships, lead regular meetings, and use client playbooks to drive service consistency.
5. Delivery Management: Ensure that all work is delivered on time, within scope, and exceeds expectations.
6. People & Culture: Champion team wellbeing through regular one-on-ones, feedback, and team-building events.
7. Compliance & Reviews: Guide your team through SARS reviews, audits, and ensure compliance.
8. Performance & Development: Run structured performance reviews and actively mentor future leaders.

1. 3-5 years in an accounting or cloud accounting environment.
2. Proven team leadership or management experience.
3. Completed articles and progressing toward your CGMA or Professional Accountant (SA) designation.
4. A relevant degree (BCom/BAcc) or Honours in Accounting/Management Accounting.
5. Solid knowledge of cloud platforms like Xero, Dext/Hubdoc, SimplePay, Cin7/Dear Systems.
6. Strong experience with CaseWare or Draftworx for AFS drafting.
7. Client-facing experience and a passion for relationship-building.
8. Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
9. A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a passion for growth.

1. Exposure to cutting-edge cloud accounting systems and modern workflows.
2. Rapid career growth in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
3. A values-driven team that genuinely cares about people and performance.
4. Ongoing development and leadership coaching.

Iridium is a market-leading cloud accounting firm at the intersection of finance and technology. We're passionate about partnering with high-growth SMEs, transforming how they do business through smart systems, sound financial thinking, and real human connection.

• Xero Partner of the Year - South Africa (2023)
• Twice-nominated for the same title in 2021 & 2022

• Health & Fitness First: We encourage a healthy, fit lifestyle with a wellness benefit.
• Flexibility: Work remotely with flexible hours, so you can balance life and performance.
• Chilled Culture: Casual dress code, regular social events, and a work environment that values connection and collaboration.
• Study Support: We fund CIMA studies, including study leave and practical exposure and experience to help you qualify with confidence.

This hands-on role encompasses financial operations, payroll administration, budgeting, and providing strategic financial advice to the Managing Director. The successful candidate must be proactive, capable of working independently, and collaborate effectively with an external accounting firm.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management - Full function

• Maintain and manage full sets of accounts for all three entities.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles.
• Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate annual financial statements (AFS) preparation and liaise with the external accounting firm.
• Monitor and enforce internal controls and financial policies to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Manage payment functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of payments.

• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the Managing Director.
• Provide financial insights to support key business decisions, including costing, pricing strategies, and capital investment evaluations.
• Support the company's restructuring process as it transitions into a parent company with two subsidiaries.
• Payroll & HR Accounting
• Manage monthly/wages payroll processing for all staff (factory and office) in coordination with an external accounting firm.
• Collaborate with external accounting firm and service providers as required to ensure compliance and efficiency.

• Work closely with the external accounting firm to ensure clean, timely, and accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements, digitisation, and automation of financial systems.
• Assist or oversee the implementation of new financial systems or ERP upgrades if necessary.
• Oversee the main creditor and debtor functions, managing the respective teams to ensure efficient and accurate processing of transactions.
• Oversee the inventory management system and supervise the team responsible for its accurate processing.

• Minimum Education: BCom in Accounting, Management Accounting, or equivalent qualification.

• At least 5 years in a finance or accounting role.
• Minimum 2 years in a management or supervisory position (especially within the private sector).
• Experience working with manufacturing clients is essential, particularly for candidates from Big 4 firms.

• Strong Excel skills.
• Proficiency with accounting and inventory management software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Meshed, Dear Systems, or similar).

• Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of manufacturing environments.
• Practical, hands-on approach suitable for an SME setting.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Clear and effective communication skills with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in handling sensitive financial information.

• Experience in restructuring environments or subsidiary consolidation.
• Familiarity with supply chain management, inventory costing, or product margin analysis.

Job-title: Finance Manager (Parktown, Johannesburg)

Main Purpose:

As a Financial Manager with a specialized operational focus in the pharmaceutical industry, should ensure that the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.
Be responsible for overseeing and optimizing financial processes, cashflow management, analysing operational data, and providing strategic insights to drive business performance and profitability.
Oversee the financial activities within the organization, ensuring sound financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Key performance areas:
• Financial Planning and Analysis:
oOversee the preparation of monthly management reports including variance analysis to assess the company's financial health and to support strategic decision-making.
oAnalyse financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
oConduct variance analysis and prepare regular reports for senior management to track key financial metrics and performance against targets and budgets.
oPrepare financial forecasts and annual budgets.
• Operational Efficiency:
oCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Sales and operation, to identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement.
oAnalyse operational data and performance metrics to identify areas of inefficiency and develop strategies to streamline and automate processes and reduce costs.
oImplement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and maximize resource utilization.
• Strategic Financial Management:
oCollaborate with senior management to provide financial insights and support for strategic planning.
oEvaluate investment opportunities and assess their financial impact on the organization.
oParticipate in the development and execution of financial strategies to enhance profitability and shareholder value.
• Cash Flow Management:
oMonitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support operational needs.
oImplement effective cash management strategies and optimize the use of financial resources.
• Annual Financial Audits:
oManage annual financial audits for all companies and liaising with auditors.
oCollation of all supporting documents for Annual financial statements
• Team Leadership and Development:
oLead and mentor a team of financial analysts, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities to foster growth and enhance performance.
oFoster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.

Minimum Requirements and experience:
• CA (SA) or CIMA
• Post articles experience - min 5-10 years outside of auditing
• Proven experience as a Financial Manager with experience in financial management, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems) with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial information to senior management.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial analysis into actionable strategies and drive business results.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
• Advanced Excel

Behavioural and Qualties
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient in financial modelling and forecasting.
• Drive, sense of urgency.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

We kindly encourage candidates from the following universities to apply:
• UCT
• UJ
• University of Pretoria
• Wits

To Apply, send your CV and latest payslip to

Posted 2025-01-28

Reporting to: Financial Director and COO

About T+W

T+W is at the forefront of creativity, innovation, and technology in sports and entertainment marketing.

We create world-class content and campaigns that drive value for our clients. Our purpose is to "Make things better" in everything we do.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a commercially minded Project Finances Manager to oversee the financial performance of all client-facing advertising and creative campaigns. In this project-based role, you’ll be the critical link between creative, client service, and finance teams ensuring every brief is delivered profitably and within budget. You’ll work across multiple projects simultaneously, from pitches to post-mortems, ensuring financial visibility and accountability at every stage of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Budgeting & Forecasting

- Partner with project managers, production and creative leads to create accurate project budgets, which is then owned and managed by yourself.

- Prepare financial forecasts and monitor variances against budget per project.

- Track project spend against approved budgets and monitor key cost performance indicators.

- Flag potential budget overruns early and recommend corrective measures.

- Produce regular project finance reports for internal and client stakeholders.

3. Vendor and Payment Management

- Oversee supplier invoices, POs, and reconciliations for all third-party suppliers.

- Manage mid-month and month end payment runs with the finance team.

4. Commercial Analysis & Margin Management

- Support revenue recognition for project-based work as well as cost accruals.

- Conduct post-project profitability reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future financial performance.

5. Financial Leadership and Compliance

-Provide financial oversight across multiple campaigns, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and within budget.

-Maintain accurate and timely financial records, in-line with our stakeholder requirements

-Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and transparency in project financial management.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Budget Accuracy: Variance between initial approved budgets and final actual costs kept within ±5%.
• Profitability: Maintain or exceed target gross margin % for each project (depending on scope and nature)

Project Oversight & Reporting

• Financial Reporting Cadence: Bi-weekly or milestone-based financial reports delivered on time, with zero significant errors.
• Cost Tracking: All project-related costs logged in the system within timelines before mid-month and month-end payment runs and reporting
• Overrun Prevention: Identification and escalation of potential budget overruns at least 2 weeks before projected impact.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Client Satisfaction (Finance-related): Positive client feedback on financial transparency and accuracy in post-project reviews.
• Change Order Management: 100% of scope changes documented, costed, and approved before work is undertaken.
• Vendor Payment Cycle: 95% of vendor invoices processed within agreed payment terms.

Process & Compliance

• System Compliance: 100% adherence to our agency finance processes (e.g., PO creation, reconciliations)
• Audit Readiness: All financial records for projects audit-ready at any point, with no material findings in internal/external reviews.
• Efficiency Gains: Implementation of at least 1–2 process improvements annually to streamline financial tracking or reporting.
• Cross-Team Alignment: Attend and contribute to 100% of key project status meetings where financial updates are required.
• Training & Guidance: Provide financial management guidance to project managers and creative teams, aswell as within the finance team.

What You'll Bring:

Experience

• 1-2+ years’ experience in a similar role within an advertising, media, or creative agency.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost control in project environments.
• Experience managing multiple fast-moving projects across different client accounts.

Skills

• High attention to detail with solid analytical and spreadsheet capabilities.
• Excellent communicator, able to liaise across creative, finance, and client teams confidently.
• Proactive problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in Sage
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Preferred

• Professional qualification (CIMA or CA(SA)

Why Join Us?

• Get hands-on with exciting brand campaigns from ideation to execution.
• Influence financial decisions that shape how we pitch, produce, and deliver great work.
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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A global tech company is currently seeking a Financial Manager to join their team in Cape Town.
This role is operational and technical, focused on strengthening financial foundations and supporting logistics, procurement, and back-office functions. As Financial Manager, you will oversee end-to-end finance operations and play a key role in building an effective finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily finance operations, including payables, receivables, reconciliations, and inventory.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and bank relationships.
• Lead month-end close, journal entries, and reporting packs.
• Support procurement, logistics, and inventory from a finance lens.
• Ensure compliance with tax, payroll, and audit requirements.
• Improve systems, controls, and processes as the company grows.
• Work across multiple countries and currencies, including foreign exchange and consolidations.

• CA (SA) with 2+ years of relevant financial accounting experience.
• Solid technical understanding of accounting standards and tax compliance.
• Experience with multi-currency consolidation is beneficial.
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, high-performance environments with strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.

• R700 000 - R1 100 000 / year CTC depending on the candidate's experience

This hands-on role encompasses financial operations, payroll administration, budgeting, and providing strategic financial advice to the Managing Director. The successful candidate must be proactive, capable of working independently, and collaborate effectively with an external accounting firm.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management – Full function

• Maintain and manage full sets of accounts for all three entities.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles.
• Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate annual financial statements (AFS) preparation and liaise with the external accounting firm.
• Monitor and enforce internal controls and financial policies to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Manage payment functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of payments.

Strategic Advisory

• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the Managing Director.
• Provide financial insights to support key business decisions, including costing, pricing strategies, and capital investment evaluations.
• Support the company’s restructuring process as it transitions into a parent company with two subsidiaries.
• Payroll & HR Accounting
• Manage monthly/wages payroll processing for all staff (factory and office) in coordination with an external accounting firm.
• Collaborate with external accounting firm and service providers as required to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Team & Systems Oversight

• Work closely with the external accounting firm to ensure clean, timely, and accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements, digitisation, and automation of financial systems.
• Assist or oversee the implementation of new financial systems or ERP upgrades if necessary.
• Oversee the main creditor and debtor functions, managing the respective teams to ensure efficient and accurate processing of transactions.
• Oversee the inventory management system and supervise the team responsible for its accurate processing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum Education: BCom in Accounting, Management Accounting, or equivalent qualification.

Experience:

• At least 5 years in a finance or accounting role.
• Minimum 2 years in a management or supervisory position (especially within the private sector).
• Experience working with manufacturing clients is essential, particularly for candidates from Big 4 firms.

Technical Skills:

• Strong Excel skills.
• Proficiency with accounting and inventory management software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Meshed, Dear Systems, or similar).

Key Competencies :

• Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of manufacturing environments.
• Practical, hands-on approach suitable for an SME setting.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Clear and effective communication skills with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in handling sensitive financial information.

Desirable (Not Required):

• Experience in restructuring environments or subsidiary consolidation.
• Familiarity with supply chain management, inventory costing, or product margin analysis.

Please note:

The responsibilities and requirements outlined in this job description are not exhaustive. The Finance Manager may be required to perform other duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the business

To apply, kindly send an email with your CV to

Job Description

Essence of the job :

Responsible for the accuracy of management reports budgets and forecasts and financial planning. To support the business units in analyzing and improving financial results.

Qualification :

Relevant Post Graduate Degree in Accounting (NQF level 8).

Accounting qualification advantageous (CA ACCA CIMA or equivalent).

Minimum Requirements :

Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting or related roles

Fund sustainability - Income stream from Trust Interest & Investment income.

Develop protocols and controls in conjunction with the Interest Collection Manager.

Monitor payments received from the banks and sign-off on monthly accounting entries prepared by the Interest Collection Manager.

Maintain data sets and conduct trend analyses to inform budgeting and forecasting.

Prepare monthly accounting entries for the various Investment Portfolios.

Reconcile investment portfolio reports to the accounting records monthly.

Perform financial planning and analysis

Provide guidance and facilitate the target setting budget and forecast processes for business units.

Prepare performance reporting for monthly and year-to-date results against budget and forecasts and present to the executive team.

Support finance and general accounting operations and external reporting

Adhere to reporting deadlines including month end; forecasts; budgets; half-year and year-end.

Review / prepare schedule reports for half-year and full-year audits / packs.

Review related month-end calculations as well as entries for accruals and provisions.

Review monthly tax schedules for accuracy and completeness.

Sign-off on month-end processes.

Maintain the G / L chart of accounts and sub-ledgers.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Cognos,Forecasting,Hyperion,Dealership Experience,QuickBooks,Accounting,Corporate Finance,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Management,Financial Planning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1