TRAFFIC Gauteng

Senior Project Financial Manager

ProDevelopment Group

Job Description

Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Develop and manage detailed project budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
  • Monitor project financial performance and provide variance analysis.
  • Advise project teams on cost optimization and financial risk mitigation.
Invoicing & Collections
  • Ensure timeous invoicing to the client in terms of the contract.
  • Reporting of invoice variances to the stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Ensure collections within the terms of the contract and the provisions of the collections policy.
Project Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead financial audits and reviews related to project activities.
  • Maintain accurate and timely financial reporting for all projects.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with project managers, finance teams, and senior leadership to align financial goals.
  • Present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Serve as the financial point of contact for external partners and auditors.
Reporting & Documentation
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for projects.
  • Track key financial KPIs and provide actionable insights.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of financial transactions and decisions.
Leadership & Mentorship
  • Lead and mentor project financial analysts.
  • Ensure the financial and systems training of new project managers and refresher training for existing project managers.
  • Promote best practices in financial management across project teams.
International Accounting
  • Assistance with the registration of international entities.
  • Establishment of minimum operating controls of a new entity.
  • Ensure proper record keeping, financial management and compliance, including international tax and exchange control.
Education, Language & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
Experience
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in project financial management.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in international accounting, especially Africa and Middle East.
  • Proven experience managing complex, multi-million Rand projects as well as foreign currency projects.
Knowledge
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including IFRS and GAAP.
  • Strong proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint, Oracle, MS Excel).
Skills
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong adaptability and change management skills.
Personal Attributes
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
  • Strategic thinking and attention to detail.
  • Commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism.

About This Role

Career insights for Financial Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
R53,588/month
R39,825 to R73,560/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
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Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
24 Mar 2026
Location
Gauteng, South Africa

Financial Managers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R53,588/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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