Financial Manager

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a growing manufacturing company in East London, Eastern Cape, to appoint a Financial Manager who will oversee financial planning, accounting operations and drive strategy.

The role requires a CA(SA)/CIMA/ACCA qualification or equivalent, a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, and at least 5 years of financial leadership experience. It is an on-site position with strong career development prospects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management or accounting.
• Proficiency in Sage and QuickBooks Enterprise; advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of South African accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable, receivable, GL, and payroll.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and provide variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Manage cash flow and treasury functions.
• Lead and mentor the finance team.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA)/CIMA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks Enterprise

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing manufacturing company, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Financial Manager to oversee their financial operations in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is critical in managing financial planning, accounting operations, and driving financial strategy to support the company's expansion. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of financial management, and the ability to manage a finance team. This is a key on-site position within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and provide variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Manage cash flow and treasury functions.
• Lead and mentor the finance team.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management or accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks Enterprise) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of South African accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is a significant advantage.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, pension fund, and performance-based incentives.
• This role provides significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic and growing company.
• Employees benefit from a supportive work environment and the chance to make a tangible impact on the company's financial success.
• Join a stable organization with a strong future.