Financial Director

Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd); Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to lead a finance team

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd) seeks an experienced financial manager in KwaZulu-Natal. You will manage financial operations, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards and optimizing budgeting and forecasting processes.

The ideal candidate has 5 to 8 years in financial management within manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications. A competitive salary ranging from R900,000 to R1,300,000 annually is offered, plus the opportunity to lead a dedicated finance team.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in financial management, ideally within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
• Deep understanding of compliance management and IFRS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial management function within the business unit or division.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and treasury activities.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Cost analysis

Financial reporting

Leadership skills

Analytical thinking

Education

BCom in Accountancy or Financial Accounting

Registered with SAICA/CIMA/SAIPA

MCom in Management Accounting

Job description

What You'll Do:

• Lead the financial management function within the business unit or division


• Ensure accurate financial reporting and internal controls


• Guarantee compliance with legislation and IFRS for SME standards


• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and treasury activities


• Support the CFO in driving financial performance


• Apply sound financial management principles within a manufacturing setting


• Manage financial controlling of business units including budgets, costs, cash flow, and working capital


• Prepare business budget plans and management reports


• Maintain financial records such as ledgers, receivables, payables, inventory, payroll, and expenses


• Coordinate and support internal processes for compliance and risk management


• Ensure compliance with IFRS, IFRS for SME, and King Code


• Manage tax requirements and queries


• Review fixed asset register and reconciliations


• Support internal and external audits


• Provide financial insights for operational decision-making


• Oversee product costing, variance analysis, and inventory records


• Support operational teams with financial insights


• Manage divisional budgets and overhead costs


• Improve finance processes in collaboration with change management initiatives

Requirements:

• Proven experience of 5 to 8 years in financial management, ideally within manufacturing


• Must have a BCom Accountancy, Financial Accounting, Management Accountancy / Post Graduate in Accountancy/ Honours In Financial Accounting


• MCom Management Accounting and Financial Management - Advantageous


• Must be Registered with SAICA/CIMA/SAIPA


• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting


• Excellent management and leadership skills


• Deep understanding of compliance management, treasury management, and IFRS standards


• Ability to manage complex financial processes and systems


• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with IFRS for SME standards


• Experience with management of inventories and fixed assets

What We'll Give You:

• A competitive salary package ranging from R900,000 to R1,300,000 per annum (Cost to Company)


• An opportunity to lead a dedicated finance team within a respected manufacturing company


• A full-time, on-site role based in KwaZulu-Natal


• A dynamic environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement

Ready to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing organisation? Apply now and take the next step in your financial leadership career.