Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Financial Manager to take responsibility for analyzing, consolidating, and compiling financial and accounting information. The successful candidate will support accurate financial reporting and provide insights that drive compliance, control, and strategic decision-making. This role plays a key part in aligning financial practices with company policy and industry standards.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Management Accounting

• Oversee and manage the financials across multiple business units.
• Implement and maintain robust financial systems and structures.
• Ensure financial targets are achieved and compliance standards are met.
• Maintain the integrity of financial records in line with IFRS standards.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and submit monthly forecasts, annual income statements, and balance sheets.
• Compile weekly and monthly dashboards and flash reports.
• Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget vs. forecast) and propose corrective actions.
• Produce monthly financial packs and ensure timely reconciliations of general ledgers.

Stock Count

• Assist with monthly stock counts across outbound and reverse logistics.
• Conduct bi-monthly cycle counts and report on findings.
• Investigate inventory variances and recommend corrective measures.

Warehouse Analytics

• Provide insights and statistics on warehouse operations and KPIs.
• Conduct benchmarking between branches.
• Analyze inventory levels and identify inefficiencies or anomalies, implementing action plans where necessary.

Compliance

• Operate within established controls and procedures to ensure financial integrity.
• Monitor risks and maintain the department’s risk register.
• Report compliance concerns and ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks to minimize waste and irregular expenditure.

Cost and Financial Control

• Contribute to the budget preparation and implementation process.
• Monitor expenditure, ensuring spending remains within budget.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Promote the efficient use of financial and other resources.

Customer Service Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the finance function in relevant meetings.
• Proactively resolve issues and demonstrate integrity aligned with company values.
• Ensure stakeholder needs are met and service level agreements are upheld.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (NQF 7)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (NQF 8)
• CIMA registration

Minimum Experience

• Up to 5 years of experience in an Accounting or similar role within the Manufacturing Industry

Technical Competencies

• Proficient in MS Office and relevant accounting/ERP systems
• Strong understanding of IFRS and financial best practices

Behavioral Competencies

• Proactive and action-oriented
• Analytical with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills