About the role

Media24’s Media Division is seeking an experienced Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to drive financial excellence while managing a talented team of finance professionals. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strategic planning, and operational efficiency.

This role is based in Cape Town and reports into the Divisional CFO.

What You'll Do

• Lead Financial Operations: Manage monthly general ledger close processes and supervise operational reporting functions
• Strategic Planning: Design, implement, and monitor financial policies in alignment with divisional and group strategies
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team including Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Finance admin clerks
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to IFRS and relevant legislation while preparing timely monthly and annual accounts
• Budget Management: Consolidate annual budgets and forecasts, review departmental plans against business objectives
• Financial Analysis: Provide insightful financial analysis, variance reports, and strategic recommendations to support decision-making
• Continuous Improvement: Identify cost-reduction opportunities and drive efficiency improvements across the finance function
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal/external auditors and support the CFO on key strategic projects

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Education: Tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance
• Experience: 5-8 years of relevant finance experience with at least 5 years managing a finance team
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial management processes
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Qualification: CA(SA) or equivalent chartered accounting qualification
• Industry Experience: Media or related industry exposure

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to interpret business challenges and recommend best practices
• Communication Excellence: Strong verbal and written communication with influencing and negotiation skills
• Personal Attributes: Trustworthy, analytical, detail-oriented, and ethical with strong judgment
• Technical Proficiency: Expert in relevant financial software and reporting applications

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you're a finance professional who thrives on challenge, enjoys leading teams, and wants to make a strategic impact, we want to hear from you!

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.