Financial Director

What You'll Do:

• Lead the financial management function within the business unit or division
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and internal controls
• Guarantee compliance with legislation and IFRS for SME standards
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and treasury activities
• Support the CFO in driving financial performance
• Apply sound financial management principles within a manufacturing setting
• Manage financial controlling of business units including budgets, costs, cash flow, and working capital
• Prepare business budget plans and management reports
• Maintain financial records such as ledgers, receivables, payables, inventory, payroll, and expenses
• Coordinate and support internal processes for compliance and risk management
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, IFRS for SME, and King Code
• Manage tax requirements and queries
• Review fixed asset register and reconciliations
• Support internal and external audits
• Provide financial insights for operational decision-making
• Oversee product costing, variance analysis, and inventory records
• Support operational teams with financial insights
• Manage divisional budgets and overhead costs
• Improve finance processes in collaboration with change management initiatives

• Proven experience of 5 to 8 years in financial management, ideally within manufacturing
• Must have a BCom Accountancy, Financial Accounting, Management Accountancy / Post Graduate in Accountancy/ Honours In Financial Accounting
• MCom Management Accounting and Financial Management - Advantageous
• Must be Registered with SAICA/CIMA/SAIPA
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting
• Excellent management and leadership skills
• Deep understanding of compliance management, treasury management, and IFRS standards
• Ability to manage complex financial processes and systems
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities

• Familiarity with IFRS for SME standards
• Experience with management of inventories and fixed assets

• A competitive salary package ranging from R900,000 to R1,300,000 per annum (Cost to Company)
• An opportunity to lead a dedicated finance team within a respected manufacturing company
• A full-time, on-site role based in Kwa Zulu-Natal
• A dynamic environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement

Ready to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing organisation? Apply now and take the next step in your financial leadership career.