Group Finance Manager | Packaging and Manufacturing

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009532/MoD

Date posted:

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

600000

SUMMARY:

ð Lead finance in a growing manufacturing business

A fastâgrowing manufacturing and packaging company based in Chamdor, Johannesburg is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function and play a key role in driving the business to its next phase of growth.
This is a handsâon, operational finance role suited to a commercially sharp finance professional who understands manufacturing costing, WIP, inventory, and enjoys being close to the shop floor and leadership team. You will be trusted to provide financial insight, strengthen controls, and support strategic decisionâmaking as the business scales.

POSITION INFO:

ð¯ Role Overview

Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Finance Manager will manage the endâtoâend finance function for the business and associated group entities. The role requires someone who can balance technical accounting, operational finance, and strong analytical capability, while confidently leading and improving the finance function.

ð Key Responsibilities

Full Financial Management

Own and manage the full accounting function
Ensure accurate and timely monthâend and yearâend close
Prepare and present monthly management accounts
Manage cash flow, budgets, forecasts, and financial planning
Provide financial insight and analysis to guide business decisions

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

Manage Work in Progress (WIP) accounting and reporting
Oversee inventory and cost accounting within a manufacturing environment
Analyse margins, variances, and production costs
Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules

Tax, Compliance & Governance

Prepare and review VAT calculations and submissions
Handle Income Tax and Provisional Tax calculations
Practical, handsâon use of SARS eFiling
Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements
Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and external advisors

Operational Finance & Controls

Oversee debtors and creditors
Reconcile and manage intercompany and group accounts
Strengthen and improve financial controls, systems, and processes
Partner with operational and production teams to drive efficiency

ð Qualifications & Experience

BCom Accounting (essential)
Completed articles (SAICA / SAIPA / CIMA or equivalent)
Minimum 10 years’ experience in a fullâfunction accounting role
Proven manufacturing industry experience (nonânegotiable)
Experience in costing, WIP, inventory, and operational finance
Exposure to group company accounting
Strong Excel skills and accounting system experience

ð§ Key Competencies

Strong analytical and commercial mindset
Excellent attention to detail and problemâsolving ability
Able to work independently and take full ownership
Confident communicator who works well with operational teams
Handsâon, deadlineâdriven, and solutionsâfocused
Leadership presence with the ability to guide the business forward

ð¼ What’s on Offer

A key leadership role in a growing manufacturing business
Opportunity to shape and lead the finance function
High level of business exposure and impact
Stable, longâterm opportunity
Competitive, marketârelated remuneration

ð§ Apply now if you’re a Manufacturing Finance Manager ready to take ownership, drive insight, and help lead a business to greater heights.
If you do not receive feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained for future suitable opportunities.

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