Senior Financial Manager Permanent I Woodstock, Cape Town Experience: Primary Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to: Lead the transactional finance function for the UK and Ireland region, including payroll and coding teams Manage the month end close process, including accruals and prepayments review Preparation of financial reporting to management and the Board Provide insightful commentary and analysis through regular finance reports Responsible for budgeting and forecasting opex costs and other below-EBITDA P&L items Business partnering with Business Unit leads to deliver monthly opex reviews Drive improved P&L performance through cost efficiencies and optimisation Implement enhancements to financial processes and controls as part of a culture of continuous improvement Review of balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis Support the UK, Ireland and UAE annual financial audit process Overview of local tax (corporate and employment) and regulatory compliance Other ad-hoc duties when required Skills & Attributes Ability to manage time and consistently meet deadlines Demonstrates commercial acumen when reporting financial performance Excellent leadership and ability to drive team performance Deal with clients, suppliers and other employees professionally at all times Proven track record of problem solving in a fast-paced environment Effective communication and decision-making skills Strong attention to detail Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience 7+years Senior Financial Manager with operational finance role (essential) Hands-on experience with key financial systems (e.g. expense management, payroll, forecasting, business intelligence) #J-18808-Ljbffr