Half -day Finance Manager

A well -reputed accounting firm managing finance functions across multiple clients and industries requires a half -day Finance Manager (09:00–13:00) to provide senior -level financial oversight. The successful candidate will be required to work from the office three days per week, with two days working remotely. This is a 3 -month contract role with the possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent position

This role is focused on review, oversight, and reporting. The Finance Manager will oversee work performed by internal accountants and external service providers, ensuring accuracy, consistency, strong financial control, and high -quality management reporting across a diverse client portfolio.

Financial Oversight & Control

• Provide financial oversight across all group entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial records
  

• Review bookkeeping processed by internal accountants or outsourced providers
  

• Ensure appropriate accounting standards and policies are applied consistently across entities
  

• Identify errors, anomalies, and risks, and ensure timely resolution
  

• Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance
  

Management Accounts & Reporting

• Prepare, review, and finalise monthly, quarterly, or annual management accounts as required per entity
  

• Produce individual management reports per client business
  

• Provide variance analysis, commentary, and insights for directors
  

• Prepare cash flow reporting and oversight of liquidity across entities
  

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting where required
  

Systems & Process Management

• Work across multiple accounting systems including QuickBooks, Xero, and Sage
  

• Ensure data integrity across systems
  

• Improve and document finance processes and workflows
  

• Recommend efficiencies, automation, and best practices
  

Stakeholder & Advisor Management

• Act as the senior finance contact for directors and business owners across a portfolio of independent client businesses
  

• Liaise with external accountants, tax practitioners, auditors, and payroll providers
  

• Support year -end processes and annual financial statement preparation
  

• Provide finance -related support and advice to management
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Accountant, or Senior Bookkeeper
  

• Strong understanding of South African accounting and tax principles
  

• Experience overseeing outsourced bookkeeping, payroll, and tax functions
  

• Hands -on experience with Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage (or strong ability to adapt)
  

• Strong management accounting and reporting skills
  

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
  

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple entities
  

Benefits