Operational Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Salix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB002418/SS

Date posted:

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

14000000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Operational Financial Manager to join their team and play a key role in both operational finance and special projects.

POSITION INFO:
A fast-growing, dynamic business at the forefront of the industry. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact and advance your career in an entrepreneurial, hands-on environment. Be part of an innovative and rapidly growing company with exciting opportunities for career progression. Work alongside a motivated and diverse team focused on achieving excellence. Make an impact in a role that blends operational finance, leadership, and strategic project management. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in an environment that values initiative and strategic thinking, apply now - Duties: Conduct detailed cost analysis and manage financial performance across regional branches. Lead a newly established department consisting of regional cost accountants, service and parts managers, and a team of 16 inventory controllers, providing financial insights to inform business decisions. Engage with various stakeholders from branch staff to senior executives (COO, National Operations Manager, etc.). Travel to branches occasionally to ensure financial alignment and provide on-the-ground support. Drive strategic initiatives with detailed financial analysis and actionable recommendations. Lead ad-hoc financial projects as required by the business. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements. Support company-wide strategic planning and initiatives. Hold monthly meetings with senior management (COO, National Operations Manager, Facilities Manager). Contribute to special projects for the CEO, CFO, COO, and GFM. Job Experience & Skills Required: Qualifications: Matric (Grade 12) BCom Accounting BCom Honours \/ CTA CA(SA) Experience: SAICA Articles completed at a Big 4 firm. 4-6 years of post-articles experience as a CA(SA), with a proven track record in financial analysis and cost management. Strong leadership and management skills, with experience beyond audit roles. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships at all organizational levels. Skills & Competencies: Calm under pressure and able to navigate challenging situations with a level-headed approach. Proactive, inquisitive, and unafraid to ask the right questions and challenge the status quo. A blend of detail-oriented analysis with a strategic, big-picture mindset. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions.

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