Financial Manager

Level-Up; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Gauteng is seeking an Experienced Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions and administrative functions. The successful candidate will oversee bookkeeping, prepare financial reports, and support the finance team. A Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and a minimum of 10 years' experience in the manufacturing sector are required. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in financial management within the manufacturing sector.
• Experience with software systems for financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial transactions and ensure accurate bookkeeping.
• Manage daily financial records including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and present financial statements and reports to management.

Skills

Advanced experience with financial systems and software

Familiarity with Pastel Partners

Business Intelligence experience

Bank statements management

Accounts payable and receivable

Financial reporting and analysis

Cost control and budget management

General ledger management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Job description

We are seeking an Experienced Bookkeeper with a strong background in the manufacturing industry to assist in managing our finance and administrative functions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial transactions, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, and supporting the administrative department, which consists of a bookkeeper, debtors clerk, creditors clerk, and two wage clerks.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger.
Manage daily financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.
Reconcile bank statements and supplier accounts.
Ensure compliance with tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, and other statutory requirements).

Accounts & Payroll Management

Oversee and support the debtors clerk, creditors clerk, and two wage clerks in managing payroll and accounts processing.
Ensure the accurate and timely processing of wages and salaries.
Assist in preparing payment schedules and ensuring creditor and debtor payments are aligned with cash flow.
Provide leadership and guidance to the finance / admin team.
Ensure smooth operations of the administrative department.
Collaborate with management to enhance business workflow and system integration.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Prepare and present monthly management accounts, financial statements, and comprehensive reports to senior management.
Develop, maintain, and oversee budget forecasts, cash flow statements, profitability analyses, and cost control centers.
Support the transition from Pastel Partners to a more integrated financial management system.
Assist in implementing cost centers within each department for better financial tracking.
Improve financial processes and administrative efficiencies.

Cost Control and Budget Management

Work with department heads to monitor expenses and implement cost control measures.
Assist in budget preparation and ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
Help track costs associated with manufacturing operations and suggest efficiency improvements.

System Integration and Business Management Software Implementation

Assist in establishing financial and monthly management reporting processes to enable real-time tracking of business performance.

Qualifications and Skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. CA qualification not essential.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years in financial management within the manufacturing sector.
Software Proficiency: Advanced experience with financial systems and software; familiarity with Pastel Partners is beneficial.
Business Intelligence: Experience with live reporting software systems.
Required Skills: Bank statements, accounts payable, analysis, creditors, financial transactions, debtors, bookkeeping, budget management, oversight, cost control, general ledger management, system, business intelligence, cash flow, tax, financial reporting, financial statements, business management, expenses, manufacturing, cash budgeting, integration, payroll, regulations, payments, records, education, accounting, software, finance, business leadership, management.