Job Description

Are you a strategic and detail-oriented finance professional with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and financial leadership?
Our client is seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to take ownership of financial management, controls, and compliance across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and optimise the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring financial targets align with organisational objectives.
• Monitor and review financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Strengthen financial governance, reviewing and implementing controls, systems, and policies to ensure compliance and sustainability.
• Oversee management accounting, including preparation of monthly reports, variance analysis, and year-end audit coordination.
• Manage cash flow and capital expenditure, ensuring financial stability and effective utilisation of funds.
• Supervise bank payments, stipends, and reconciliations to maintain accuracy and reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and mitigating fraud risk.
• Oversee contract management for suppliers, service providers, and lease agreements, ensuring financial prudence and compliance.
• Support and monitor corporate compliance areas including B-BBEE, Employment Equity, Skills Development, SETA/QCTO, OHS, and SARS reporting.
• Partner with the CFO and executive leadership to drive finance transformation and governance initiatives.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• A BCom Degree in Accounting/Finance (Postgraduate or professional qualification advantageous).
• 5-8 years' experience in financial management, with exposure to governance and compliance functions.
• Strong understanding of IFRS for SMEs, financial systems, and internal control frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead financial operations, enhance controls, and support organisational strategy.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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For more information please contact:
Paige Benjamin

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