Group Financial Manager

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced accounting professional to take ownership of the full financial function for a group of companies and trusts within a well-established and diversified group operating in the occupational health and wellness sector.

This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work independently and contribute to key financial and operational decisions. The group is also planning to establish a presence in the United States, giving the successful candidate an opportunity to broaden their knowledge through exposure to US tax requirements.

• Manage the full accounting and financial management function across approximately six to seven companies and five trusts.
• Manage day-to-day accounting function, including financial records, cashbook, reconciliations, general ledger accounts and preparation of annual financial statements.
• Handle tax compliance, VAT returns, tax submissions and statutory reporting.
• Provide tax advice and ensure compliance with applicable South African tax legislation.
• Manage trust accounting and related tax obligations.
• Prepare annual budgets, management reports, financial projections and forecasts across approximately five to eight divisions using Pastel.
• Monitor financial performance and provide relevant financial information to assist with business decisions.
• Review insurance policies and quotations to ensure appropriate cover and that arrangements are correctly handled.
• Handle vehicle licence renewals and related compliance requirements.
• Review property maintenance and repair quotations, assess costs and authorise expenditure where appropriate.
• Handle additional financial and administrative responsibilities as required by the business.

• SAIPA qualification
• Registered Tax Practitioner is essential
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years' relevant accounting experience, preferably gained within an accounting or auditing practice
• Experience working with trusts, including accounting and tax compliance
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, VAT, taxation and statutory compliance
• Experience preparing budgets, management reports and financial projections
• Good working knowledge of Pastel
• The ability to manage multiple entities and competing priorities independently
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills

Salary: R65K to R75K, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Working arrangement: Full-time, office-based, with flexible working hours available.

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