Financial Manager

PerformIT Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Financial Manager to lead the design and implementation of effective operational processes. This role involves ensuring accurate data collection for comprehensive financial reporting while managing diverse property and investment portfolios. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, along with a proven track record in finance management. You will be responsible for overseeing a team, ensuring compliance, and conducting detailed financial analysis. Join this dynamic company and make a significant impact on its financial operations and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a managerial role with senior finance functions.
• Strong knowledge in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective operational processes and systems.
• Oversee inventory control and asset management for financial compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Analytical Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Professional certification (e.g., SAICA, CIMA, CPA)

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

Excel

Job description

Financial Manager position available in Port Elizabeth.

Our client is seeking a skilled Financial Manager to design, implement, and manage effective operational processes and systems to ensure accurate data collection, enabling thorough analysis and comprehensive financial reporting together with the expansion and Management of the property & Investment portfolios.

This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience to ensure adherence to financial protocols across diverse operations. This role will involve travel between different sites as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., SAICA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.
• Proven experience of minimum 5 years in a Managerial role with senior finance functions and expertise in budgeting, forecasting, analysis and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in analyzing new business and property opportunities
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills for collaboration across departments.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Excel

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process & System Development
  • Establish effective workflows and implement robust processes and systems tailored to support the group’s diverse operations.
• Compliance & Adherence
  • Ensure consistent adherence to these processes and systems.
• Stock Control
  • Oversee and manage inventory control processes, ensuring accurate stock records and cost allocation.
• Asset & Investment Portfolio Management
  • Track and manage company assets, maintaining accurate records and ensuring financial compliance. Manage the extensive Investment portfolio. Liaise with Financiers, Agents and Brokers. Represent the Family iro Equity Investments, Property portfolio and Private co equity.
• Staff Management
  • Supervise and mentor a team consisting of administrative & farm staff, helping to guide and oversee their day-to-day tasks to ensure operational efficiency and data accuracy.
• Administrative Oversight
  • Monitor and oversee the administrative functions within the operational departments to maintain data accuracy and compliance.
• Cost & Financial Analysis
  • Conduct and oversee detailed cost analysis and financial reporting on a monthly basis to support business decisions and profitability.
• Technology Integration
  • Implement and support the use of appropriate tools and software for improved data capture and system efficiency.
• Reporting
  • Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management on operational costs, variances, and financial trends.
• Travel Requirement
  • Be available to travel between company locations as necessary to support the various operations.