Head of Finance

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR011665/Aly

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R 1 500 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

A market-leading international manufacturing organisation, MAPEI South Africa, is seeking a commercially astute and highly driven Head of Finance / Financial Manager to lead its finance function based in Germiston. This role reports directly into executive leadership and carries full responsibility for the financial health, reporting, controls, compliance, cash flow management, and strategic financial direction of the business.
This opportunity is ideally suited to a qualified CA(SA) with substantial manufacturing experience who is confident operating at a senior leadership level, influencing business decisions, driving profitability, and leading high-performing finance teams. The successful incumbent will manage a team of three direct reports and partner closely with both local and international stakeholders.

POSITION INFO:
Drive the overall financial strategy and performance of the business Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports Analyse financial performance, investigate variances, and recommend improvements Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and treasury functions Ensure strong financial controls and governance across the organisation Oversee statutory reporting, financial statements, audits, VAT, tax, and compliance requirements Maintain and improve financial systems, processes, and reporting structures Manage credit control, receivables, collections, and financial risk exposure Develop financial models, forecasts, and strategic business analyses Partner with executive management on key commercial and operational decisions Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team Drive cost-control initiatives and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements Ensure compliance with group accounting policies, local regulations, and reporting requirements Qualifications & Experience CA(SA) qualification is non-negotiable Minimum 10 years' finance experience Minimum 5 years in a management or leadership role Proven manufacturing or production industry experience is essential Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis background Experience managing finance teams Strong understanding of compliance, taxation, treasury, and cash flow management Experience operating within a multinational or group reporting environment advantageous ERP systems experience essential Key Competencies Exceptional analytical and numerical abilities Strong business acumen and commercial awareness Assertive and confident decision-maker Excellent leadership and people management skills Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities High levels of integrity and professionalism Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strategic thinker with a hands-on management style Apply now! For more exciting Finance opportunities, please visit: \/>If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Alyssa Prinsloo Recruitment Consultant Network Finance Africa

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