Operational Finance Manager: Manufacturing and Retail

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008907/MoD

Date posted:

Friday, February 27, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

1000000

SUMMARY:

Are you ready to take full financial leadership of a growing, performanceâdriven manufacturing business? A proudly South African company based in the Cape Town City Bowl, with a modern production facility and strong national footprint, is searching for an accomplished Head of Finance to steer its finance function during an exciting period of growth.
This is a strategic, handsâon leadership role ideal for a highâcalibre CA(SA) with strong postâarticles experience and exposure to JSE-listed reporting. If you thrive in an environment where your expertise drives real operational improvement and strategic clarity, this role is the perfect fit.

ð Role: Head of Finance

ð Location: Cape Town – City Bowl
ð¼ Working Model: Onâsite, with hybrid flexibility
ð Level: Senior Leadership
ð° Salary Range: R1,000,000 – R1,200,000 CTC
ð Sector: Manufacturing

POSITION INFO:

ð What You’ll Lead & Own

Full ownership and leadership of the finance function, ensuring financial accuracy, visibility, and robust control
Endâtoâend oversight of monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and yearâend processes
Preparation and review of management accounts, financial packs, IFRSâaligned reporting, and Board submissions
Leading JSEâlevel reporting requirements (direct experience essential)
Managing external stakeholders including auditors, banks, advisors, and regulatory bodies
Overseeing cash flow management, capital planning, and investment analysis
Strengthening manufacturing finance, including cost accounting, production controls, margin analysis, and stock optimisation
Leading interâcompany accounting, reconciliations, and supporting group consolidations
Enhancing financial systems and processes to improve automation, efficiency, and accuracy
Partnering closely with operations, supply chain, production, and executive leadership to drive performance and strategic execution
Identifying financial risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities — and implementing practical improvements

ð¯ What You Bring

CA(SA) – essential
Postâarticles experience (5+ years) in a midâtoâsenior finance leadership role
JSE-listed reporting experience (nonânegotiable)
Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or productâbased environments
Strong technical finance and IFRS expertise
Solid understanding of cost accounting, production finance, and procurementârelated processes
Exposure to multiâentity/group structures and interâcompany accounting
Advanced analytical, modelling, and forecasting abilities
A detailâfocused yet pragmatic leadership style, with the ability to be both strategic and operational
Strong systems proficiency (Xero or similar ERP advantageous)
Confidence and credibility when partnering with EXCO and financial stakeholders

ð¥ Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Join a growing, proudly South African manufacturing business with strong industry presence
Lead a critical function with direct impact on strategy, operations, and profitability
Work closely with an agile executive team in a transformative, growthâcentric environment
Space to modernise systems, build bestâpractice processes, and influence longâterm business direction

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ð I specialise in placing:
CA(SA), CIMA, SAICA, SAIPA finance professionals
Midâtoâsenior leadership roles across Commerce & Industry
If you do not receive feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future opportunities.
For more information, contact:
Monique Du Preez
Senior Recruitment Consultant
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Operational Finance Manager: Manufacturing and Retail

ð Role: Head of Finance

ð What You’ll Lead & Own

ð¯ What You Bring

ð¥ Why This Opportunity Stands Out

ð§ Apply Now!