Financial Manager

In a fast-paced manufacturing environment, effective financial management is crucial for sustainable growth and operational excellence. We are seeking a skilled Financial Manager to help our client navigate this landscape, ensuring sound financial strategies that support business expansion while maintaining strong control over costs.

• Ensure accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and compliance with legislation and IFRS for SME

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and treasury activities

• Prepare reports for management summarising the business’s financial position

• Assist with strategic plans, budgets, and financial forecasts

• Financial controlling of budgets, overhead costs, recoveries, cash flow, and working capital

• Maintain financial accounting and costing records including general ledgers, accounts receivable, inventory ledgers, accounts payable, payroll, and expense reports

• Coordinate and support internal processes for compliance with business guidelines

• Manage financial risk including insurance

• Review and analyze management reports and prepare annual budget pack

• Oversee treasury operations including cash flow forecasting and bank reconciliations

• Maintain fixed asset register and reconciliations

• Support internal and external audits and liaise with auditors

• Manage and review monthly General Ledger and Balance Sheet reconciliations

• Ownership of VAT and other tax requirements and queries

• Support manufacturing finance including product costing, variance analysis, and inventory records

• Provide financial insights into production efficiency and cost reduction initiatives

• Participate in business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes

• Manage staff activities, appraisals, and development plans

• Foster a productive corporate culture and staff satisfaction

• B.Com Accounting degree or equivalent Commerce qualification

• SAICA/CIMA/SAIPA registration or working towards registration will be advantageous

• 3-5 years’ minimum experience in a similar role

• People management experience

• Financial management experience

• Financial Reporting

• Budgeting

• Forecasting

• Financial Analysis

• Team Management

• Excel proficiency

• IFRS standards

• Cost management in manufacturing

• Internal controls and compliance processes

• Opportunity to influence strategic financial decisions within a growing organisation

• Supportive work environment with a focus on professional development

• On-site role in Kwa Zulu-Natal, offering a collaborative team setting