Financial Manager

About us

The Brink's Company (NYSE:BCO) is a leading global provider of cash and valuables

management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services. Our customers include

financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and other commercial

operations. Our network of operations in 51 countries serves customers in more than 100

countries.

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished and dynamic Financial Manager to lead our team in South Africa.

• In this role, you will play a critical part in overseeing the country's finance function. Accounting Internal Controls, Financial Planning & Reporting, Forecasting, Statutory Reporting, Billing, Taxes and Treasury functions

Responsibilities

Accounting:

• Responsible for the accuracy and integrity of day-to-day activities and financial records - Income Statements, Balance Sheets, and other financial schedules. Preparation of country financial statements in accordance with local and US accounting principles.

Strategic Planning:

• Partner with key business unit senior management in exploring efficiency optimization implementation and strategic and new business opportunities.

Financial Planning & Analysis Functions:

• Lead the annual operating plan and monthly forecasting processes. Provide weekly, monthly and quarterly financial information to management to make sound business decisions (revenue, profitability, DSO, EVA, Capex and various KPI metrics).

Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Lead the activities in connection with the company's Sarbanes Oxley compliance program. Ensure effectiveness of ongoing internal controls by designing adequate testing procedures, performing testing, reviewing testing, and working with process owners to remediate any weaknesses.

Treasury:

• Manage relationships with financial institutions including bank account management as well as cash management, debt administration, and short-term investments.

People Development:

• Recruit, manage and develop staff to meet the financial business needs of the company.
• Taxes and Statutory Reporting: Responsible for managing all local reporting requirements such as annual returns, income tax, VAT, PAYE, etc. accounting and provide overall direction as well as technical oversight in liaison with Corporate Tax.

Billing and Credit/Collections:

• Oversight of initial credit granting process, including establishing credit limits, and ongoing monitoring of customer adherence.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate closely with department heads and business units to provide financial insights, challenge assumptions, and support budgetary planning and performance reviews.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop business cases, assess financial impact of strategic initiatives, and ensure alignment with long-term goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to non-financial managers, translating financial data into actionable recommendations.
• Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and concisely to
• stakeholders at all levels.
• Work with HR, Operations, Sales, and other departments to align financial planning with operational needs.

Build strong relationships with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6x years of experience in Financial Management with a strong understanding of Financial Accounting.
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Knowledge of ACCPAC.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable financial strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Ideally worked in large multinational corporations, gaining exposure to complex financial structures, cross-border operations and diverse regulatory environments.
• Familiar with SOX compliance standards, including internal control requirements, financial reporting accuracy and risk mitigating procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones to support global teams.
• Minimum of 3x years of experience in leading a team.
• Continuously identify areas for improvement to enhance operational efficiency, financial performance and overall business outcomes.