Financial Manager

Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for a Financial Manager to join their finance department
Main Duties / Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Operations
Oversee full finance function across multiple entities (AP, inventory, invoicing, banking, reporting, operations/logistics).
Ensure strong financial controls and accurate record-keeping.
Review reconciliations and reports before submission.
2. Group Accounting & Compliance
Manage monthly and annual group consolidations.
Assist with Annual Financial Statements (AFS).
Oversee VAT, tax planning, and submissions (local & international).
Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
Manage intercompany transactions and fixed assets.
Handle audits (external and SARS) and related queries.
3. Cashflow & Financial Planning
Manage cashflow, forecasting, and working capital.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
4. Leadership & Team Management
Lead, train, and manage the finance team.
Ensure accountability and performance delivery.
5. Stakeholder Management
Liaise with management, auditors, banks, SARS, suppliers, and customers.
Act as a finance partner to operational teams.
6. Systems & Process Improvement
Improve financial processes and controls.
Implement new systems, tools, and automation.
7. Reporting
Prepare monthly management accounts.
Analyse results and explain variances.
Provide reports and ad hoc analysis to management.
General Responsibilities
Perform additional duties as required.
Follow company policies, confidentiality, and health & safety rules.
Support a positive, inclusive work environment.
Continuously develop skills and knowledge.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Accounting/Finance (NQF 7+).
CIMA, CA(SA), or similar (advantageous).
5+ years’ experience (3+ years in management).
Experience with multiple entities, reporting, tax, and consolidations.
ERP experience (Syspro advantageous).
Advanced Excel skills.
Team leadership experience required.
Multi-country tax and project/system experience (advantageous).
Key Skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management.
Commercial and solution-driven mindset.
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong organisation and time management.
Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
Proactive, accountable, and analytical.
Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

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