Finance Manager

About the position An established and growing group operating within the B-BBEE consulting, skills development, and SETA-accredited training sector is seeking a highly competent Finance Manager - Group to lead the full financial function across multiple entities. This role requires a hands-on finance professional with strong multi-entity accounting experience, strict statutory compliance capability, and the commercial acumen to support strategic growth and operational performance. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Full finance function across multiple legal entities Monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, and variance analysis Preparation of consolidated/group financial statements Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning aligned to operational targets Oversight of general ledger, journals, accruals, and reconciliations Compliance & Statutory Reporting Ensure compliance with: SARS (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax) Companies Act and CIPC requirements IFRS for SMEs Maintain strong financial governance and internal controls across entities Oversee financial compliance relating to: Training contracts and learnership funding Skills development projects and cost allocations Revenue recognition for training programmes Cost tracking per project, learner, and SETA contract Cash Flow & Treasury Cash flow management across group entities Payments, supplier management, and creditor controls Debtors' management, invoicing, and collections Manage banking relationships and payment platforms Team & Systems Management Manage and mentor finance team members (accountants, clerks, payroll) Maintain and optimise accounting systems (Xero, Join, Payspace or similar) Implement and improve financial policies, procedures, and controls Minimum Requirements Qualifications BCom Accounting or Financial Management (essential) Professional qualification advantageous (CIMA, ACCA, SAIPA or similar) Experience 5-8+ years' finance experience Minimum 3+ years in a Finance Manager or Senior Accountant role Experience in any of the following sectors advantageous: SETA-accredited training providers Skills development / learnership environment B-BBEE consulting or advisory Technical Expertise Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs Solid understanding of SARS tax compliance Knowledge of SETA funding models and reporting Advanced Excel skills Experience with Xero or similar accounting systems Desired Skills: Financial Reporting Compliance Cashflow Treasury