Assistant Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
Assistant Financial Manager (Qualified Chartered Accountant):
Our client, a prominent manufacturing company located in Johannesburg Central, is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Manager to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified CA(SA) with 2–3 years of post-articles experience, ideally within the manufacturing sector.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

• 2-3 years’ post Article experience.
• Qualified Chartered Accountant [CA(SA)].
• Bcom Honors in Accounting or CTA Qualification.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS).
• Audit proficiency and sound understanding of risk and controls.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial ERP systems.
• Must have own vehicle and a valid Driver’s License.

• Prepare, analyse, and present monthly financial results to senior management.
• Monitor and manage daily, monthly, and long-term cash flow requirements.
• Conduct strategic financial analysis to support decision-making and business planning.
• Identify and implement improvements in financial systems and processes.
• Perform and review reconciliations of all key balance sheet accounts.
• Engage in product costing and provide actionable insights to enhance cost efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, IFRS, and company policies and procedures.
• Support the Financial Director in audit preparation and statutory reporting.
• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records for all entities.
• Lead the preparation and management of the annual budgeting process.
• Investigate and resolve balance sheet discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure accurate application of IFRS across all financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements and audit readiness.
• Analyse stock variances based on monthly stock counts and drive resolution.
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register, ensuring proper asset control and recording.