Financial Manager - - Johannesburg

Key Performance Areas, Deliverables & Measures:

Management of the Team of Accounting Professionals / Clerks
- Manage and cultivate a motivated and productive finance team environment.
- Collaborate with Funds Administrator & Finance Executive to set and achieve team objectives.
- Review employee performance and identify future needs and capabilities.
- Plan workload allocation, conduct performance appraisals, and facilitate training interventions.
- Resolve staff-related issues within the finance department.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Motivated and skilled team
- Compliance with HR policies
- Availability of staff
Budgeting
- Provide strategic financial guidance to executive management and departments.
- Collaborate with departments to align financial goals with Council's objectives.
- Improve budgeting efficiencies and prepare budget drafts for submission.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Accuracy of expense accounts
- Compliance with financial policies
- Provision of annual budgets and forecasts
Financial Reporting
- Prepare, analyze, and report financial statements for Council submission.
- Analyze variances and propose corrective actions.
- Verify reconciliations and prepare monthly management accounts.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Complete and accurate management accounts
- Compliance with financial policies
General Ledger Management
- Manage cash flow and ensure accurate financial transactions recording.
- Verify and authorize entries, resolve ledger queries, and process payments.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Accuracy and timeliness of reporting
- Compliance with financial policies
- Availability of funds
Statutory Compliance
- Submit returns to regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Timely and accurate submissions
Fixed Assets Maintenance
- Oversee fixed asset register maintenance and depreciation calculations.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Timely and accurate posting
Ad hoc functions as assigned

Key Stakeholder Relationships:

Internal: Funds Administrator, Finance Executive, Accounts Administrators, EXCO, all FBC departments
External: Bank, Department of Labour, External Auditors, SARS, Service Providers

Qualification Requirements: