Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
Pinetown – An industry leader in storage and logistics is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to drive financial excellence and operational efficiency.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a trusted provider of specialist storage and logistics solutions, offering secure, temperature-controlled warehousing and reliable distribution services to a wide range of industries.
As a skilled Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the finance function, strengthen processes, and support the business in achieving its strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead a finance team, providing guidance and training where required
• Oversee full accounting function, including creditors, debtors, general ledger, and cash flow management
• Act as liaison between the business owner and the external accounting firm
• Restore and maintain effective financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including VAT, tax, and audit processes
• Monitor and manage budgets, forecasts, and expenditure control
• Analyse financial data and provide actionable insights to improve performance
• Manage bank reconciliations and treasury functions
• Implement corrective measures where financial processes have lapsed
• Ensure deadlines are consistently met for reporting and submissions
• Conduct regular team performance reviews and ensure departmental KPIs are achieved
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all financial information
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the department

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• High level of attention to detail
• Deadline-driven with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Matric
• Relevant Qualification within Finance / Accounting
• Proven experience in a senior finance or accounting management role (cold storage or logistics industry experience advantageous)
• Extensive hands-on experience with the full accounting process from start to finish
• Solid understanding of financial controls, statutory compliance, and reporting
• Strong team management experience
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel