Senior Finance Manager at Standard Bank, Johannesburg
Standard Bank · Johannesburg, Gauteng
Overview
Standard Bank is looking for a Senior Finance Manager to lead financial strategy and management for a supported business area in Johannesburg. This contract role is ideal for a qualified CA(SA) with 8 to 15 years of post articles experience who can guide a finance team, oversee budgeting and cost control, and translate strategy into practical financial plans. If you have strong banking or financial services background and enjoy leading people while working with senior stakeholders, this opportunity is worth exploring.
About the role
As a Senior Finance Manager at Standard Bank, you will take full accountability for translating and implementing the finance strategy into a supported business area. You will provide leadership, vision, and direction to the financial management team, ensuring that full financial management services are delivered effectively within that business.
The role combines strategic thinking with hands on financial management. You will work closely with stakeholders across the bank, analyse and interpret financial data, and prepare reports, statements, and projections that support decision making. You will also guide your team through budgeting, cost control, and financial planning while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.
Application note: You will apply through Standard Bank official recruitment system, not on the mybankjobs.co.za site.
Requirements
- B Com Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Honours Degree preferred
- CA(SA) qualification
- 8 to 15 years of post articles or post Honours experience in financial accounting, finance, and technology
- Experience in a financial or management accounting role
- High level knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
- Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems and financial regulations
- Excellent report writing skills
- Ability to analyse and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team
- Good stakeholder management and banking experience
- Computer literacy with MS Office, specifically MS Excel and MS Word
- Knowledge and understanding of the Finance and Value Management industry and its principles (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Take accountability for translating and implementing the finance strategy into the supported business area
- Provide leadership, vision, and direction to the financial management team
- Ensure the implementation of full financial management services into the supported business
- Oversee budgeting, cost control, and financial planning processes
- Analyse and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
- Manage stakeholder relationships within the business and across the bank
- Apply financial regulations and ensure compliance in reporting
- Lead and motivate the finance team while maintaining a big picture view
Job details
- Organisation
- Standard Bank
- Location
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Contract
- Experience level
- Senior (8+ years)
- Education
- Honours
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Posted
- 6 November 2026 (1 day ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Applying for a senior finance role at a major bank like Standard Bank means your application needs to show more than just qualifications. Make sure your CV clearly highlights your CA(SA) status, the number of years you have worked after articles, and specific examples of financial management work you have led. Since this role is contract and based in Johannesburg, be ready to discuss your availability and whether you can work on site.
In interviews for banking finance positions, expect questions about budgeting, cost control, and how you have used financial data to influence business decisions. They may also ask about your experience with automated reporting systems and how you manage stakeholder relationships. Have a few concrete stories ready that show your leadership style and your ability to see the bigger picture while still being hands on.
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