Manager, Finance

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

The main purpose of the role is the reporting function for SBIB encompassing all legal entities and business units within SBIB. The role incorporates the following:

• Management reporting (client solutions and segment)
• Business Unit financial reporting and management reporting for actuals, budgets and forecasts
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of AFS, FIP, Tax
• Contribute significantly to the sound financial management of initiatives by working as an active partner to business managers
• Maintain positive and productive relationships with key stakeholders
• Preparation of management reporting packs including insights for Exco, Management Committees, Board and Board Committees

Minimum Qualification

Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree

Field of Study: Finance & Accounting

Other Minimum Qualifications, Certifications or Professional Memberships: CA (SA) or BComm equivalent



Experience Required

• 3 years of financial management experience
• Experience in working with business decision makers
• Relevant insurance experience ideal
• Insurance knowledge
• Analytical Skills
• Computer Literate
• Interpersonal skills
• Sound knowledge of Accounting & Financial Systems – SAP R3, BW, FMI

Behavioral Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Convincing People
• Embracing Change

Technical Competencies:

• IFRS knowledge
• Financial Management
• Taxation
• Audit management
• Finance end to end knowledge