Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
Brief Description
 
Join a globally recognised consumer goods organisation in a strategic finance leadership role where you'll influence business performance across multiple functions and markets. This opportunity offers exposure to senior leadership, international stakeholders, and large-scale commercial initiatives. Ideal for a commercially driven finance professional who enjoys partnering with the business to deliver growth, profitability, and long-term value.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Drive business performance through financial analysis, insights, and strategic intervention Partner with senior leadership on target setting, resource allocation, and long-term business planning Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting processes for local and global stakeholders Prepare board packs, executive presentations, variance analysis, and business performance commentary Own and manage the budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating planning processes Support commercial decision-making through financial modelling, pricing strategies, and performance analysis Drive gross margin improvement and identify risks and opportunities to achieve financial targets Collaborate with divisions, regional teams, and global stakeholders to deliver aligned financial objectives Lead performance management initiatives and drive continuous improvement across the finance function Oversee overhead management, cost control, and zero-based budgeting initiatives Drive automation, reporting simplification, and digital finance transformation projects Lead, mentor, and develop finance talent while promoting a high-performance culture Skills & Experience: Minimum 12-15 years' experience across multiple finance disciplines Strong business partnering and stakeholder management experience Proven ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional team Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and performance management Strong commercial acumen and ability to drive business performance Experience operating within complex, multinational environments Strong project management, change management, and leadership capability Advanced SAP and Excel skills Experience within FMCG, manufacturing, or large corporate environments - advantageous Qualification: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting OR Equivalent CA(SA), CIMA OR Equivalent Finance Qualification For more information connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database, and we will connect with you with any other suitable roles or positions.