Head of Finance / Financial Manager (CH987) - Paarl
Capital H Staffing
Description Our client is a dynamic and innovate Fintech company headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa. They specialise in providing cutting-edge financial solutions to empower businesses and individuals to manage their finances by providing access to already earned wages. As they continue to expand their operations, we are seeking a motivated, skilled and experienced Chartered Accountant with Financial Management experience, to join their team as Head of Finance. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in steering financial strategies, managing accounts, and fostering strong relationships with financial institutions. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting: Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of financial reports in compliance with accounting standards. Ensure transparency and accuracy in financial statements for internal and external stakeholders. Month-end and year-end closing processes. Management Accounts Lead the preparation of comprehensive and accurate management accounts within agreed timelines. Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights into project performance and variances. Bank Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with banking partners. Coordinate financing arrangements, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with banking covenants. Cash Flow Management: Manage cash flow forecasting and optimization to support project requirements. Implement effective cash flow management strategies. Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting process Monitor budgets, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions. Financial & Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and financial standards. Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Represent the company in negotiations with external partners, auditors, and regulatory bodies. Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement risk mitigation strategies. Provide recommendations for improving financial processes to minimize risks. Policies and Procedures Development and implementation of financial policies and procedures. Knowledge management Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices. Team Leadership: Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team (Current size of 3) Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture. Represent Finance on an Executive level at Management / Board meetings. Other: Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. Monitor financial transactions and recommend process improvements for efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and insights. Oversight of insurance portfolio and insurance accounting. Fixed assets register maintenance. The role reports to the CEO and Group CFO. Requirements: A Bachelors Degree and Postgraduate qualification in Finance or Accounting. Professional Qualification (e.g. CA(SA)) 4 - 8 Years Post Articles Financial Management experience Proficiency in ERP / Accounting Software (ideally Xero) and MS Excel. Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices. Familiarity with Financial modeling and Data Analysis. Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. Strong organisational and management abilities. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Enthusiasm for the Fintech industry and eagerness to learn. Knowledge of IFRS and other relevant accounting standards. Prior experience in a Fintech or technology-related company will be beneficial General: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered. Please include your current salary and salary expectations.
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