Finance Project Manager - 3-month Fixed Term Contract

SUMMARY:
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Finance Project Manager, to lead a specialised reimbursements team for a leading media & marketing firm. This 3-month fixed term contract opportunity is based in Centurion.

POSITION INFO:

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly analytical and commercially minded Financial Project Manager to lead a specialised Reimbursements team. This role blends financial leadership, project management, and data-driven strategy.

You’ll oversee an 8-person team, manage the full reimbursement process, and ensure recoveries are accurate, efficient, and continuously improving. Importantly, you’ll operate at a senior stakeholder level, engaging confidently with client CFOs and finance executives, presenting insights, financial outcomes, and clear recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and motivate an 8-person reimbursements team.
• Manage workloads effectively to meet SLAs and targets.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Financial Data Analysis & Forecasting

• Analyse large financial datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Build financial models and forecasts to guide cost recovery strategies.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership and client CFOs.

Project & Process Management

• Oversee end-to-end reimbursement case management.
• Ensure compliance with reimbursement rules, policies, and timelines.
• Drive workflow optimisation and automation for greater efficiency.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted partner to CFOs and senior finance leaders.
• Deliver impactful reporting, financial analyses, and board-level presentations.
• Strengthen client relationships through transparency and results.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Financial Project Manager, Finance Lead, or similar.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to forecast, analyse risks, and translate data into action.
• Experienced in managing teams (5+ members).
• Exceptional stakeholder management and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets and BI tools (Power BI, Looker, etc.).
• (Advantageous) Experience in eCommerce or retail reimbursement processes.

Personal Attributes

• Data-Driven – makes decisions based on insights and evidence.
• Commercially Minded – balances efficiency with client outcomes.
• Credible Communicator – confident engaging at CFO and board level.
• Detail-Oriented – thrives on accuracy and financial integrity.
• Leader – inspires trust, builds capable teams, and drives results.
• Resilient & Proactive – excels in fast-paced, problem-solving environments.