Job Description

The Focus Group Sandton, South Africa 04 November 2025 Mid / Senior 10000 - 12000 Contract Cost to Company 5 years - 7 years Skills Budgeting Business Processes Data Analysis ERP systems Financial Accounting Forecasting Operations Payments Reporting Risk Management Industries Banking Financial Services

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Administration Manager to lead a high-performing team and oversee financial systems, processes, and stakeholder relationships. This role is critical in mitigating financial and reputational risk while driving operational excellence and supporting strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence & Risk Management

Monitor performance against SLAs and legislation.

Forecast and manage expenses, systems, and staff utilization.

Ensure compliance with regulations and business continuity plans.

Address audit issues and underperformance proactively.

Strategic Alignment

Translate strategic goals into operational plans.

Align business activities with divisional objectives.

Drive innovation and process efficiency.

Stakeholder & Team Engagement

Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

Provide data-driven feedback and reporting.

Conduct workforce planning and resource allocation.

Motivate and manage team performance through regular feedback and development.

Continuous Improvement

Encourage innovation and knowledge sharing.

Facilitate brainstorming sessions for process improvements.

Stay updated in field and promote staff development.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Advanced Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (NQF Level 7).

Experience:

Minimum 5 years relevant experience, including 2-3 years in a managerial role within a Procure-to-Pay environment.

Technical Skills

Financial Accounting & Reporting

Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process Management

Budgeting & Forecasting

Risk & Compliance Management

Business Process Optimization

Regulatory Compliance

Project Management

Data Analysis & Reporting

ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.)

Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management

Leadership & Management Skills

Team Leadership & Performance Management

Strategic Planning & Execution

Workforce Planning

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Decision Making & Problem Solving

Staff Development & Coaching

Soft Skills

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Planning & Organizing

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Client Service Orientation

Conflict Resolution

Adaptability & Resilience