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Job Summary
Executive Career Opportunity: Operational Finance Manager
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Industry: High-Volume Automotive, Accident Management, and Insurance Support Group
Salary: R60,000 - R90,000 CTC per month (Negotiable)
Work Arrangement: Fully Office Based
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a highly experienced, hands-on Operational Finance Manager ready to drive financial performance for a fast-growing, innovative group in the automotive and insurance support sector?
Our client, a leader in the industry, is seeking a meticulous finance professional with a BCom Hons and completed articles to oversee the day-to-day financial operations. This crucial role is based fully in their Sandton office and demands high energy, adaptability, and the ability to manage Gross Profit (GP) analysis, compliance, and a finance team.
This is a high-impact position with strong potential for growth and significant performance-based bonus opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Strategic Analysis
Operational Oversight: Oversee and manage all day-to-day financial operations.
Management Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, including monthly management reports and financial statements.
GP Management: Lead Gross Profit (GP) Analysis and management, acting as a key business partner for operational teams.
Planning & Control: Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and monthly flash results. Drive cost-saving initiatives and strategic financial decision-making.
Team Leadership & Compliance
Team Management: Supervise and mentor a finance team of 5-10 people to ensure high performance, development, and accurate delivery of outputs.
Compliance & Controls: Manage compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
Audit Support: Provide business support and documentation in respect of financial matters.
Payroll: Conduct Payroll review and analysis.
Treasury & Ledger Management
Cash Management: Monitor cash flow, budgets, and forecasts; oversee Cashbook Management and daily banking.
Debtors & Creditors: Direct and supervise the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions.
Reconciliations: Manage debtors age analysis, invoice submissions, intercompany creditors, and lead the Payment and Reconciliation review of all 3rd Party Creditors.
Risk & Approvals: Manage and approve credit limits, credit notes, and manage annual rate reviews and increase implementation.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualification: BCom Hons with completed articles is the minimum requirement.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification financial management experience.
Non-Negotiable Expertise: Hands-on operational finance experience (specifically GP management and analysis) and experience managing a team of 5-10 people.
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Excel. Experience with Power Query and Power BI is highly advantageous.
Attributes: Excellent leadership skills, strong analytical ability, highly adaptable, resilient, and comfortable being operationally hands-on.
Logistics (Non-Negotiable): Must have own reliable transport.
Location and Conditions:
Work Arrangement: Fully Office Based in Sandton
Leave: 15 annual leave days (increases after 8 years).
Remuneration: Competitive CTC package (R60,000 - R90,000 per month), plus a performance-based bonus (maximum 75% of Monthly Basic).
Perks: Lunch, beverages, and snacks are included at the office.
How to Apply:
If you are a high-performing Operational Finance Manager ready for this challenging and rewarding role in Sandton:
Send your comprehensive CV to the Hire Resolve team.
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Reference: OpFinMan_Sandton_2025
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