Finance Manager

Salix Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Salix Recruitment is seeking a qualified finance professional to lead a high-performing finance team in a large-scale production and supply environment in South Africa. The role focuses on consolidated financial reporting, governance, and strategic financial decision-making within a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate holds a BCom Accounting with Honours/CTA and CA(SA), has completed SAICA articles, and brings 5+ years in a financial management role, preferably in FMCG or operational

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) and professional accounting qualifications.
• CA(SA) with SAICA articles completed.
• Experience in financial reporting, tax compliance and FMCG/operational environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of accurate financial information and annual financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Manage monthly trial balances and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and review balance sheet forecasts and budgets.
• Oversee quarterly and annual regulatory reporting.
• Oversee preparation and review of provisional tax calculations.
• Review year-end tax calculations and tax returns.
• Ensure compliance across VAT, PAYE, Income Tax and other tax obligations.
• Oversee debtors, creditors and cashbook functions.
• Ensure effective credit management and timely collection of receivables.
• Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity for operations.
• Oversee payroll and payments to employees and payroll-related third parties.

Skills

Leadership

Financial governance

Communication

Organised

Deadline oriented

Attention to detail

Team management

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

BCom Accounting

BCom Honours / CTA

CA(SA)

Job description

The business operates in a large-scale production and supply environment, supporting both local and international markets.

With a sizeable workforce and complex operations, the company offers a structured finance environment where professionals gain exposure to financial reporting, operational finance, and strategic decision-making alongside an experienced leadership team.

This role plays a critical part in delivering consolidated financial information, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic financial decision-making.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading teams while maintaining strong financial governance.

Duties

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timeous financial information and annual financial statements in line with IFRS
• Manage the compilation of monthly trial balances and review balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and review balance sheet forecasts and budgets
• Oversee quarterly and annual regulatory reporting
• Oversee the preparation and review of provisional tax calculations
• Review year-end tax calculations and tax returns
• Ensure compliance across VAT, PAYE, Income Tax and other tax obligations
• Oversee debtors, creditors and cashbook functions
• Ensure effective credit management and timely collection of receivables
• Manage cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational requirements
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of the fixed asset and tax asset registers
• Support finance-related projects and process improvements
• Manage the payroll function to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Ensure correct payments to employees and payroll-related third parties (medical aids, pension funds, SARS, unions, etc.)
• Oversee preparation of the salary budget
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
• Manage team performance and support the achievement of business goals

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Accounting
• BCom Honours / CTA
• CA(SA)

Experience

• Completed SAICA Articles
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar financial management role
• Experience within an FMCG or operational environment would be advantageous
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and tax compliance
• Advanced numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and influencing ability
• Methodical, organised and deadline driven