{"id":16319,"date":"2025-08-13T12:02:11","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T12:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/senior-financial-manager-3-months-ftc\/"},"modified":"2025-11-14T00:24:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T00:24:52","slug":"senior-financial-manager-3-months-ftc","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=16319","title":{"rendered":"Senior Financial Manager (3 Months FTC)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Minimum Requirements<br \/>\nQualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tChartered Accountant (CA)<br \/>\n\tFinancial Accountant Certification<br \/>\n\tBachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7)<\/p>\n<p>Functional Training<\/p>\n<p>\tSAGE<\/p>\n<p>Regulated Training<\/p>\n<p>\tTax and IFRS\/IAS rules<\/p>\n<p>Experience<\/p>\n<p>\t5 years industry-related experience within the Cargo, Freight, or Transport industry<br \/>\n\t10 years proven work experience as a Financial Manager or in a similar role<br \/>\n\t10 years in a management capacity within a finance department<\/p>\n<p>Technical Skills<\/p>\n<p>\tExcellent math skills with strong attention to detail<br \/>\n\tAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as Accpac<br \/>\n\tSolid knowledge of accounting regulations<br \/>\n\tIn-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures<\/p>\n<p>Behavioural Competencies<\/p>\n<p>\tAbility to manage, mentor, and guide staff to meet the company\u2019s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements<br \/>\n\tAbility to work independently and collaboratively<br \/>\n\tConflict resolution skills<br \/>\n\tExcellent communication and interpersonal skills<br \/>\n\tStrong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment<br \/>\n\tDetail-oriented with an analytical and investigative mindset<br \/>\n\tPositive and professional attitude<br \/>\n\tProactive planning abilities<br \/>\n\tAbility to ensure departmental compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal\/external audits (Operational, Health and Safety, Risk, Security, and Accounting)<br \/>\n\tAbility to plan resources for both month-end and daily business operations<br \/>\n\tEffective delegation skills<br \/>\n\tWillingness to work overtime during month-end, year-end, audits, and peak periods<\/p>\n<p>Environmental \/ Other Conditions<\/p>\n<p>\tOwn vehicle and valid driver\u2019s license<br \/>\n\tClear ITC and criminal record<br \/>\n\tAvailability for overtime during month-end and year-end periods<\/p>\n<p>Primary Responsibilities &amp; 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