Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008316/Henda

Date posted:

Monday, January 12, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a newly qualified or early-career CA(SA) who wants more than just month-end?
This is your opportunity to step into a hands-on Financial Accountant role within a well-established manufacturing business where finance is a true business partner to operations.
Our client is looking for a commercially minded CA(SA) who enjoys being close to the numbers, understands how a factory floor impacts financial performance, and is ready to grow into a broader finance leadership role over time.

POSITION INFO:
What makes this role different?

Exposure to end-to-end manufacturing finance – not just reporting
Close collaboration with operations, production and supply chain
A role with real influence on decision-making and cost optimisation
Clear scope to develop into a Financial Manager / Finance Business Partner

Your role will include:

Preparing monthly management accounts and financial statements
Costing, margin analysis and manufacturing variance analysis
Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
Supporting audits and maintaining strong financial controls
Assisting with process improvements and system efficiencies
Translating numbers into insights for operational teams

What we’re looking for:

CA(SA) qualification (recently qualified or up to ~3 years PQE)
Exposure to manufacturing / FMCG / industrial environments (advantageous)
Strong Excel skills and an analytical mindset
Curious, proactive and eager to understand the business beyond finance
Comfortable working onsite in Alberton

What’s on offer:

Competitive market-related salary
Hands-on learning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

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