Finance Lead

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006126/AT

Date posted:

Friday, November 14, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Finance Lead – Durbanville
Finance / Payroll / Accounting
Full-time | On-site

Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking company committed to redefining sustainable urban development and protecting conservation and heritage spaces in the Durbanville area. With a growing portfolio of residential properties and diverse revenue streams, they are building a team that thrives on precision, collaboration, and excellence.
They are seeking a Finance Lead to oversee and execute the company’s core financial operations. This is a senior, hands-on role for an individual who thrives in both leadership and execution — acting as a “player-coach” within the finance department.

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, the Finance Lead will manage daily financial operations, ensure statutory compliance, and provide expert technical guidance across accounting, payroll, and reporting functions.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Statutory Compliance: Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other statutory returns accurately and on time.
Tax Management: Execute VAT apportionment calculations, prepare Income and Provisional Tax documentation, and assist in audit preparation.
Audit & Month-End: Lead month-end close processes and coordinate the annual audit by preparing all schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Team Oversight: Coordinate the daily, weekly, and monthly deliverables of the finance and payroll administrators, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
Technical Support: Serve as the go-to technical expert on QuickBooks, payroll software, and complex reconciliations.
Quality Control: Review and verify bank reconciliations, tenant deposit accounts, payment runs, and journals before management sign-off.
Payroll Management: Oversee the complete payroll process — including statutory filings, leave management, and payslip distribution.

Supporting Responsibilities

Collections & Accounts Payable Oversight: Drive debtor collections and monitor supplier payments to maintain smooth cash flow.
Training & Development: Onboard and train new team members on financial systems, controls, and processes.
Process Improvement: Continuously identify and implement improvements to workflows and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

What You’ll Bring

Education & Experience: Matric and a relevant finance or accounting degree (essential).
Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in full-cycle finance and payroll administration.
Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in QuickBooks, Excel, and payroll software.
Deep understanding of VAT, accounting principles, and South African payroll regulations.

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