Financial Lead

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU014211/PMA

Date posted:

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Lead the finance function at a cutting-edge vaccine manufacturing company in Pinelands, Cape Town as a Finance Lead. Apply your CA(SA) expertise, IFRS knowledge, and SAP skills to drive strategic financial decisions and operational excellence.

POSITION INFO:
This innovative pharmaceutical manufacturing company is a key player in the vaccine production industry, committed to advancing public health through science, precision, and world-class manufacturing standards. With a strong footprint in the biotech and healthcare space, the business offers an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a mission-driven environment.

As the Finance Lead, you will report to the CFO and be responsible for the full finance function, from preparing annual financial statements and managing budgeting and forecasting cycles to ensuring compliance with IFRS and regulatory standards. You will oversee internal controls, manage banking relationships, and produce high-impact reports to support strategic decision-making. Managing a team of three direct reports, your leadership will be crucial in building a resilient, efficient, and insight-driven finance department.

Job Experience and Skills Required:
- Qualified CA(SA) with completed articles
- Minimum 5 years’ post-articles experience in a full finance function role
- Experience in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical/biotech environment is advantageous
- Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and experience drafting annual financial statements
- Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Ability to design and implement financial controls and systems
- Experience with SAP ERP system
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing finance teams

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