Join our mission at R.E.P.R.E.S.E.N.T
Join a revolution, not just a company. We’re looking for a strong Finance Manager who can lead core finance activity, support strategic decision-making and bring structure, control and visibility to a growing business.
This role is based in South Africa and supports a UK business remotely.
If you’re hands-on, commercially aware and comfortable leading finance operations in a fast-moving environment, this could be the right next step.
Your role in the Revolution
- Lead the day-to-day finance function within a remote working environment.
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports accurately and on time.
- Manage the month-end process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes across the business.
- Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts, providing clear visibility over current and future cash requirements.
- Produce variance analysis and clear financial commentary to support decision-making.
- Maintain strong financial controls, processes and policies across the finance function.
- Partner with department heads and senior stakeholders to support financial understanding, performance and accountability.
- Monitor costs, identify risks and highlight areas for improved efficiency and control.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy across key financial records.
- Support year-end processes, audit preparation and liaison with external accountants or auditors.
- Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE and other statutory or regulatory reporting requirements where applicable.
- Manage and develop members of the finance team, setting priorities and supporting performance.
- Drive improvements in finance systems, reporting, automation and ways of working.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and commercial insight to support operational and strategic decisions.
Expertise you bring
- Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller or similar role.
- Strong experience preparing management accounts and leading month-end close.
- Good working knowledge of accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, journals and financial reporting.
- Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance and finance processes.
- Experience business partnering with non-finance stakeholders and presenting financial information clearly.
- Experience managing or supervising finance team members would be beneficial.
- Strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting and reporting systems.
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification would be relevant depending on the level of the role, although strong QBE candidates may also be considered.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to deadlines.
- Commercially aware, proactive and able to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Able to work independently and effectively within a remote working model.
Your skills for success
- Strong ownership of the finance function.
- Confident balancing hands-on delivery with team leadership.
- Clear communicator with strong stakeholder credibility.
- Able to prioritise, organise and improve at the same time.
- Commercially sharp and solutions-focused.
What you’ll get
The essentials
- Salary: R 728 000 – R 873 000 pa
- Performance-linked incentives
Perks you’ll enjoy
- Welcome Pack: Start your journey with us with a branded welcome kit.
- Birthday Leave: Celebrate your special day with a day off.
- Team Bonding and Celebrations: Enjoy events and shared moments that bring everyone closer together.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible ways of working that help you balance personal and professional life.
- AYO (Are You Ok): Our mental health programme supports your wellbeing through practical resources and support.
- PAL (Peer-Assisted Learning Programme): Get support from a colleague who will help guide you through your early days and set you up for success.
- I am NextGen – The Future of Accountancy: Access real opportunities to learn, grow and advance, including support for accounting qualifications and development in future-focused skills, including AI.
- Annual Performance Reviews: Your contribution is recognised through performance-based reviews and opportunities for progression.
- Culture Rhythm: Be part of a dynamic, collaborative culture built on respect, open communication, continuous learning and shared success.
- The Underdog Project: Take part in our charity initiatives supporting young adults and children.
Additional information
- Location: South Africa
- Working hours: 10:00 to 18:30 SA Time
- Annual leave: 20 days
- Public holidays: 12 public holidays across UK and SA
- Working model: Hybrid model
We can’t wait for you to join the Revolution
We aim to respond to every application. Due to application volumes, some responses may take a little longer, but we appreciate your patience.
See you on the other side!
Team R.E.P.R.E.S.E.N.T
