Finance and Operational Leader

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an entrepreneurial leader in Pietermaritzburg to drive operational excellence and financial performance in a competitive global environment. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in senior operational management, expertise in process improvement, and a strong commercial acumen. This pivotal role requires accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in senior operational or financial management.
• Strong expertise in systems integration and performance reporting.
• Commercially astute and decisive with strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cross-functional performance to ensure delivery of KPIs.
• Lead planning, budgeting, forecasting of strategic initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and enhance reporting accuracy.

Skills

Operational management

Financial management

Leadership

Process improvement

Education

Degree in Commerce, Business Management, or related field

Job description

Location: Pietermaritzburg

Join an established business with exciting products sold across international markets!

Reporting directly to the CEO, our client is looking for an entrepreneurial leader to drive operational excellence and financial performance in this competitive fast paced global environment. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on accountability, structure, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee cross-functional performance to ensure delivery of operational and financial KPIs.
• Lead planning, budgeting, forecasting, and execution of strategic initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls, enhance reporting accuracy, and optimise system utilisation.
• Translate data into actionable insights to improve profitability and working capital.
• Build and embed a culture of accountability, structure, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in senior operational or financial management (manufacturing, FMCG, or retail).
• Strong expertise in systems integration, process improvement, and performance reporting.
• Degree in Commerce, Business Management, or related field preferred.
• Commercially astute, decisive, collaborative, with strong leadership presence.

If you wish to play a key role in shaping strategy, driving sustainable growth whilst being part of a business with innovative products we want to hear from you - www.pronel.co.za