Finance Manager

Milton Resourcing; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Resourcing is seeking a Finance Manager in Durban, South Africa, to manage the finance function, ensure compliance, and provide strategic guidance. The role requires overseeing financial reporting, managing teams, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should possess a degree in Finance or Accounting, with CA(SA) as an advantage and at least 5 years of financial management experience, specifically in manufacturing. Familiarity with Syspro and advanced Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of financial management experience required.
• Must have experience in manufacturing and costing.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage full finance function.
• Ensure statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, etc.).
• Oversee financial reporting, budgets & cash flow.
• Manage debtors, creditors & working capital.
• Lead and manage finance team.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Degree in Finance / Accounting

CA(SA) advantage

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Job Summary

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the full finance function, ensure compliance, and provide strategic financial direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full finance function


• Ensure statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, etc.)


• Financial reporting, budgets & cash flow


• Manage debtors, creditors & working capital


• Costing analysis & performance tracking


• Lead and manage finance team


• Oversee Syspro system and reporting


• Drive continuous improvement & cost-saving initiatives


• Stock, WIP & inventory financial control

Requirements

• Degree in Finance / Accounting


• CA(SA) advantageous


• 5+ years financial management experience


• Manufacturing / costing experience (essential)


• Syspro & advanced Excel


• Strong leadership and analytical skills