Finance Manager – FP&A Leader (FMCG), Sandton, Bonus

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive package

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Finance Manager based in Sandton, Gauteng to oversee all financial operations, lead FP&A, budgeting, accounting and treasury, and shape the company’s financial strategy in a fast-growing FMCG environment.

You will mentor a finance team, ensure IFRS compliance, maintain internal controls, drive profitability, and report to the board. A CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent and 7+ years’ experience are required, with strong SAP/ Oracle skills.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 7 years progressive experience in financial management and accounting, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Experience in FP&A, budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and SA tax regulations.
• Proficiency with SAP/Oracle ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including accounting, AP/AR, payroll and GL.
• Develop and manage annual budget process, forecasting and long-term planning.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and provide strategic recommendations.
• Manage cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships with internal controls.
• Lead and mentor finance and accounting team and support senior management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Interpersonal skills

Communication & presentation

Problem solving

Education

CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Finance Manager based in Sandton, Gauteng to oversee all financial operations, lead FP&A, budgeting, accounting and treasury, and shape the company’s financial strategy in a fast-growing FMCG environment.

You will mentor a finance team, ensure IFRS compliance, maintain internal controls, drive profitability, and report to the board. A CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent and 7+ years’ experience are required, with strong SAP/ Oracle skills.