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Operational Financial Manager

Network1


Job Location:

Midrand - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you a technically strong finance professional who thrives in managing the day-to-day operations of a finance department


This role is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys leading financial operations ensuring compliance and delivering accurate financial reporting. The successful candidate will act as the operational head of finance and serve as a trusted right-hand to senior leadership.

This is a purely operational finance role with no strategic commercial responsibilities allowing you to focus on building and maintaining a high-performing finance department.

This role is based in Midrand.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the finance department.
  • Oversee the month-end and year-end financial close process.
  • Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
  • Ensure compliance with all tax legislation and statutory requirements.
  • Manage the external audit process and liaise with auditors.
  • Oversee debtors creditors and cash management functions.
  • Ensure the integrity of financial records controls and reporting.
  • Lead and mentor the finance team to ensure high performance and accountability.
  • Drive continuous improvement of finance processes and internal controls.
  • Support the business by maintaining a stable efficient and compliant finance function.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
  • Degree in Accounting.
  • Strong financial accounting fundamentals.
  • Proven experience in an operational Financial Manager or Senior Accountant role.
  • Extensive experience preparing management accounts.
  • Strong knowledge of tax compliance statutory reporting and external audits.
  • Solid understanding of debtors creditors reconciliations and financial controls.
  • Previous experience managing or supervising a finance team.
  • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and take full ownership of the finance function.

Apply now!

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