SUMMARY:
Fast-Moving, Results-Driven, and Finance-Led: Take Charge in FMCG.
POSITION INFO:
A diversified, fast-growing organisation is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to serve as the pivotal link between the Senior Financial Manager and a Junior Financial Manager. This opportunity combines hands-on financial management, team leadership, and strategic business support in a results-driven corporate environment.
As the Senior Finance Officer, you’ll oversee the full financial function for key business units, ensuring reporting excellence, robust controls, and efficient processes. You’ll translate strategy into numbers, provide senior leadership with insights that drive business outcomes, and develop the next generation of finance talent through mentorship.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Accounting Operations: Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations with precision and compliance in a timeous manner.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and develop the Junior Financial Manager to enhance team capability.
- Strategic Support: Partner with the Senior Financial Manager on budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
- Reporting & Analysis: Deliver accurate management accounts, Board packs, and performance insights.
- Controls & Compliance: Strengthen internal controls, ensure governance, and maintain audit readiness.
- Process Optimisation: Drive efficiencies in financial systems, processes, and reporting frameworks.
Qualifications & Skills:- Tertiary education in Finance or Accounting
- SAICA/ACCA/CIMA/SAIPA advantageous
- 3 years' experience in a FMCG or Retail industry
- Group reporting experience
- Strong technical knowledge in reporting, controls, and compliance
- Advanced Excel proficiency and exposure to ERP systems
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders
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For more information contact:
Natasha Carr
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
