Financial Manager – Pharmaceutical​/Manufacturing

Our Client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager to join their growing pharmaceutical/manufacturing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive financial strategy, ensure compliance, and support operational excellence in a regulated environment.

• B.Com or
  
  B.Com Honours in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years’ experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Knowledge of forex and ability to manage multi-currency exposure.
• High attention to detail and ability to influence at executive level.
• Experience in regulated pharmaceutical environments is advantageous.
• ERP system experience (Embrace ERP advantageous).

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and maintain robust financial controls.
• Oversee year-end audit processes and preparation of management packs.
• Conduct accurate costing, margin analysis, and financial performance reporting.

• Coordinate annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget and prior year results.
• Support pricing, contract manufacturing, and capital expenditure decisions.
• Drive initiatives to improve EBITDA and overall financial performance.

• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity, and forex exposure.
• Optimize working capital across inventory, receivables, and payables.
• Engage with banks and financiers, including Standard Bank Business.

• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and financial monitoring of yields, rework costs, and efficiencies.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and capital expenditure management.

• Ensure statutory, tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Support financial aspects of GMP and other regulatory requirements.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Partner with operations and commercial teams to drive business performance.

Salary: Market-related, based on experience