Finance Generalist Manager

CMA CGM

Finance Generalist Manager managing financial and fiscal activities at CMA CGM Group. Ensuring compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting excellence with a focus on leadership.

Posted 5/25/2026full-timeDurban • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and monitor the financial and fiscal activities of the Cluster and supervise the Internal Control
Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting
Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and all regulatory requirements
Lead preparation and review of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting analyses
Manage internal controls, including monitoring, testing, and reporting to Head Office
Coordinate and manage internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings
Oversee all tax and statutory compliance, including VAT, income tax, deferred tax, and engagement with tax authorities
Manage cash flow and treasury activities, including liquidity planning and payment authorisation in line with delegation of authority
Monitor and manage customer ageing, driving collections performance and ensuring alignment with group KPIs
Lead resolution of escalated customer disputes and support key account engagements
Support and oversee the annual credit review process
Review financial performance, including P&L analysis, and provide insights to business stakeholders
Drive process improvements, systems enhancements, and automation across finance operations
Partner with business stakeholders to support budgeting, forecasting, and value creation initiatives
Oversee payroll reconciliations and related accounting entries
Perform and validate complex accounting treatments, including IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16
Lead, coach, and support the finance team, resolving escalations and ensuring high performance
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and internal stakeholders
Coordinate and monitor Shared Services (GBS) performance and ensure alignment with finance processes
Liaise with GBS and FICOM teams to ensure effective service delivery and issue resolution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Professional qualification (CA(SA)) would be advantageous
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a finance management role, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and best practices
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall computer literacy.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Manage and monitor the financial and fiscal activities of the Cluster and supervise the Internal Control
Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting
Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and all regulatory requirements
Lead preparation and review of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting analyses
Manage internal controls, including monitoring, testing, and reporting to Head Office
Coordinate and manage internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings
Oversee all tax and statutory compliance, including VAT, income tax, deferred tax, and engagement with tax authorities
Manage cash flow and treasury activities, including liquidity planning and payment authorisation in line with delegation of authority
Monitor and manage customer ageing, driving collections performance and ensuring alignment with group KPIs
Lead resolution of escalated customer disputes and support key account engagements
Support and oversee the annual credit review process
Review financial performance, including P&L analysis, and provide insights to business stakeholders
Drive process improvements, systems enhancements, and automation across finance operations
Partner with business stakeholders to support budgeting, forecasting, and value creation initiatives
Oversee payroll reconciliations and related accounting entries
Perform and validate complex accounting treatments, including IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16
Lead, coach, and support the finance team, resolving escalations and ensuring high performance
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and internal stakeholders
Coordinate and monitor Shared Services (GBS) performance and ensure alignment with finance processes
Liaise with GBS and FICOM teams to ensure effective service delivery and issue resolution 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Professional qualification (CA(SA)) would be advantageous
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a finance management role, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and best practices
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall computer literacy. Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Aspiring Financial Adviser 🕒 April 25 Old Mutual Limited 10,000+ employees Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Aspiring Financial Adviser at Old Mutual assisting customers in achieving financial goals. Identifying needs and implementing plans within a diverse insurance environment. 🏢 Durban – Onsite 💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2014-04 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Aspiring Financial Adviser 🕒 April 25 Old Mutual Limited 10,000+ employees Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Aspiring Financial Adviser in South Africa helping clients achieve financial goals. Identifying needs and implementing tailored financial solutions for customers in various locations. 🏢 Durban – Onsite 💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2014-04 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Aspiring Financial Adviser 🕒 April 25 Old Mutual Limited 10,000+ employees Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Aspiring Financial Adviser at Old Mutual helping customers achieve their financial goals through tailored advice and financial plans. Seeking self-motivated individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit. 🏢 Durban – Onsite 💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2014-04 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Aspiring Financial Adviser 🕒 April 25 Old Mutual Limited 10,000+ employees Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Aspiring Financial Adviser guiding clients to achieve financial goals with sound advice at Old Mutual. Join a leading insurance company empowering self-motivated individuals for their career paths. 🏢 Durban – Onsite 💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2014-04 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Aspiring Financial Adviser 🕒 April 25 Old Mutual Limited 10,000+ employees Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Aspiring Financial Adviser supporting clients to achieve financial goals with sound advice and plans. Join Old Mutual, a leader in financial services, with a strong focus on personal development. 🏢 Durban – Onsite 💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2014-04 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) View More Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial managementaccounting operationsfinancial statements preparationbalance sheet reconciliationstax compliancecash flow managementP&L analysisIFRS 9IFRS 15IFRS 16

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingrelationship buildingproblem solvingcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accountingCA(SA)