FINANCIAL MANAGER

Written By Menar

 The company would like to recruit a Financial Manager to be based at Menar Ports and Rail Head Office in Sandton.

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a proactive, detail-driven Finance Manager to oversee the daily accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. In this role, you will oversee a team of five Financial Accountants, review and approve their work, and step in to resolve complex transactions or issues as they arise.

The position requires a hands-on approach – you will prepare financial statements, regularly review ledgers, reconcile key accounts, oversee month-end and year-end close processes, prepare tax calculations and ensure all statutory and compliance requirements are met. You’ll also prepare and review management reports, presentations, cash flow forecasts, and other financial documents to keep leadership informed and support timely business decisions.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Chartered Accountant (South Africa)

  • A minimum of three years' post-articles experience

  • Previous working experience in a mining environment will be an advantage

  • Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel skills

  • Sound understanding of a financial control environment and the management thereof

OTHER SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

  • Sound knowledge of IFRS accounting principles and standards, and corporate tax legislation and compliance

  • Knowledge of MS Dynamics 365 (D365) will be an advantage

  • Ability to prepare accurate financial statements, management accounts, and cash flow forecasts

  • Familiarity with internal control systems and audit requirements

  • Strong analytical skills for investigating variance and trends

  • Budgets

  • Forecasts

  • Tax calculations, tax returns and tax filings

  • Stock Management

  • Reporting

  • Fixed Asset Management

  • Cost Management

  • Staff Management

  • Financial Statements

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 3 years’ post-articles experience in a ports and rail or mining environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Project Management

  • Oversee the financial accounts on a day-to-day accounting duty.

  • Coach, train, mentor and develop others.

  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.

  • Co-ordinate and lead the year-end audit process for designated companies, ensuring timely completion.

  • Financial Reporting

  • Corporate Income Tax, VAT and Customs

  • Preparation and Drafting of the Annual Financial Statement

  • Management Accounts

  • Financial reporting - accurate and complete monthly consolidation of financial results

  • Financial and administrative support and oversight

  • External auditor engagements

  • Budgets, forecasts, and cost management

  • Stock management - monthly/weekly reporting and adherence to SOP's

  • Reporting - daily financial reporting and cash controls

  • Fixed Asset management

  • Payroll review and submission of monthly payroll

  • Stakeholder and staff (financial and administration) management

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your CV and copies of qualifications by latest close of business 22 October 2026. No late applications will be accepted.

E-mail your CV to:  so@menar.com

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