Finance Manager, Soweto

Closing Date 2026/06/14

Reference Number RAS260515-2

Job Title Finance Manager

Job Type Full Time

Experience Level Middle to Senior Level

Workplace Type On-site

Town / City Centurion

Province Gauteng

Country South Africa

Job Category Finance

Description Introduction

Hello Group is a proudly South African company with a bold mission: to create game-changing integrated consumer and business services for migrant and marginalized communities. Through innovative financial and telecommunications solutions, we empower our clients and provide them with access to services that improve their lives.

Who are you ?

Hello Group is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Manager to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, financial analysis, compliance, budgeting, and management reporting functions. This role requires a strong technical accounting foundation, advanced analytical capability, and the ability to interpret and communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working with large data sets, advanced Excel capabilities, and a proactive approach to improving financial processes and reporting accuracy. This is a fully onsite position in Centurion.

What Hello Group Offers

Onsite Barista– Because life's too short for bad coffee!

Exciting Team Events– Work hard, play harder!

Teambuilding Activities– Get to know your teammates beyond the screen!

A Culture That Feels Like Family– No corporate robots here, just real people doing great things!

A Top-Notch Office Space– Where inspiration meets innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting&Analysis Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful insights to support strategic business decisions. Compile management reports and dashboards for senior leadership. Perform detailed financial analysis using large data sets and advanced Excel functionality, including pivot tables and data modelling. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through ongoing financial review and analysis.

Budgeting&Forecasting Assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Conduct variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, highlighting key deviations and recommendations. Work closely with departmental stakeholders to support financial planning initiatives.

Financial Controls&Compliance Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, financial regulations, and internal controls. Maintain accurate and complete financial records and supporting documentation. Support audit processes and ensure audit readiness. Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems, controls, and reporting processes.

Stakeholder Collaboration&Communication Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, validate, and interpret financial information. Present financial information clearly and professionally to non-financial stakeholders. Provide financial guidance and support to operational teams where required.

Team Leadership&Development (Advantageous) Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to junior finance team members. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Essential: BCom Degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification, Registered with SAICA or SAIPA.

Advantageous: Honours Degree in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Essential: 2-3 years' post-articles experience, proven in financial reporting and financial analysis, strong experience working with large data sets and financial modelling.

Advantageous: Experience working with SAP, QlikView, or similar ERP/reporting systems. Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.

Technical Competencies

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including pivot tables and data analysis.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Knowledge of SAP, QlikView, or related financial systems will be beneficial.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

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