- An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Manager to join a leading investment management firm in Johannesburg. This role is perfect for a qualified CA(SA) with 0-3 years post-articles experience who is eager to accelerate their career within a highly respected and entrepreneurial environment. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to excellence, offering exposure to complex financial structures, multi-entity environments, and the chance to work alongside some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the industry.
- You will be at the heart of finance operations, supporting strategic decision-making and driving continuous improvement across the business. This position offers both professional growth and personal development. If you are looking for a role where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a tangible impact, this is the ideal next step.
Key qualifications and experience required for the Financial Manager: Group Finance
- CA(SA) with 0-3 years relevant post article experience (in audit or in industry experience), within financial reporting, audit services, or financial management roles.
- Industry experience (preferred)
- Financial Services / Asset Management / Investment Management / Private Equity industry experience (highly advantageous)
- Strong academic track record
- Comprehensive understanding of IFRSstandards as well as experience preparing annual financial statements for multi-entity environments.
- Familiarity with group consolidations processes including fund accounting practices and investor reporting requirements across regulated environments.
- Technical competence in audit management procedures alongside tax compliance (corporate income tax/provisional tax/VAT) responsibilities.
- Ability to manage treasury functions such as liquidity forecasting/cash-flow analysis/banking relationship oversight/payment controls effectively.
- Proven track record of driving process improvementinitiatives - automation projects/finance transformation/reporting enhancements/data analytics upgrades in previous roles.
- Experience using ERP systems such as Business Central/Oracle/SAP or similar platforms is desirable but not mandatory.
Key duties for the Financial Manager: Group Finance
- Financial ReportingandControl
- Investment Management Finance
- Statutory Reporting andAudit
- RegulatoryandCompliance Reporting
- TaxandCorporate Compliance
- Treasuryand Cash Management
- Process Improvement andFinance Transformation
- Business Partnering
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international standards.
- Prepare and review management accounts, board reporting packs, and detailed financial analysis to inform executive decision-making.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, maintaining robust financial controls and governance frameworks throughout.
- Review complex accounting transactionswhile ensuring full compliance withIFRS
- Support the financial management of management companies, investment vehicles, and associated group entities by monitoring fee structures and carried interest accounting.
- Assist with investment-related accounting transactions and reporting, including fund administration oversight and investor information requests.
- Coordinate financial information required for fundraising activities, due diligence processes, and investor queries across various entities.
- Lead the preparation and review of annual financial statements while managing external audits and statutory filing requirements efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with applicable financial services regulations by supporting regulatory submissions and collaborating closely with compliance teams.
- Drive automation initiatives and process optimisation projects to enhance scalability, efficiency, reporting capabilities, forecasting accuracy, and data analytics.
Key Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Strong Leadership (one direct report: Financial Accountant) -NB
- Technology/AI savvy – NB
- Technically astute in Financial Management
- Self-Starter and Self-Motivated
- Thrives in Complexity
- Solutions-focused
- Commercially astute