Finance Manager (insurance)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

Are you a qualified CA(SA) ready to step into a Finance Manager role within a leading player in the short-term insurance sector? This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented professional to take ownership of financial management, reporting, and process improvement within a high-performing finance division.
This established short-term insurance provider has built a solid reputation for delivering tailored risk and underwriting solutions to both individual and commercial clients. With a strong focus on service excellence, compliance, and innovation, the company offers a stable yet forward-thinking environment where finance professionals can truly add value and grow their expertise.
Key Responsibilities
As Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing the finance function and guiding a small team of accountants. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Reviewing monthly accounting processes and reconciliations
  • Compiling and analysing management reports
  • Managing cashflow, investments, and approving payments and collections
  • Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Ensuring all control accounts, balance sheets, and income statements are reconciled monthly
  • Preparing and submitting VAT, income tax, and statutory returns (FSCA, Prudential Authority, SARB, SARS, NAMFISA)
  • Compiling annual financial statements in line with IFRS
  • Liaising with auditors and resolving outstanding reconciliation items
  • Identifying and implementing process and internal control improvements
  • Supporting regional managers with accurate and timely financial information
Minimum Requirements
  • Qualified CA(SA)
  • 2+ years' post-articles experience, ideally within Financial Services or Short-Term Insurance
  • Strong MS Excel skills
  • Experience with accounting systems such as Great Plains, SAP, or Accpac (advantageous)
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and time management abilities
You'll Succeed If You Are:
  • A team player with strong interpersonal skills
  • Detail-driven and deadline-orientated
  • Results-focused with the ability to prioritise effectively
  • Passionate about improving processes and adding value through insight
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For more information, contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
For more information please contact:
Angie Jardim

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1572270
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned