Financial Manager

Switch Recruit Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established family-owned business in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee their finance function, provide leadership to a small team, and drive financial performance. This position requires 10-15 years of experience in a senior finance role and offers a collaborative environment, along with a performance-based 13th cheque. Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance skills are essential.

Benefits

Performance-based 13th cheque

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in a Financial Manager position or a similar senior finance role.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and presenting financial reports and management accounts.
• Developing efficient accounting practices and strategies.
• Overseeing budgeting processes.
• Implementing new accounting procedures where needed.
• Ensuring compliance with financial and accounting policies.
• Supervising accounting team members.
• Managing cash flow and preparing forecasts.
• Conducting financial analysis.
• Handling VAT submissions and e‑filing.
• Managing stock control.
• Coordinating and overseeing stock takes.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Compliance

Budgeting

Accounting practices

Education

Bcom: Accounting

Job description

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Financial Manager in the manufacturing industry, offering the chance to take full control of the accounts department and drive meaningful optimisation. This role is perfect for a results‑driven finance professional who wants to lead with impact, elevate financial performance, and contribute to a high‑performing team. The position also includes a performance‑based 13th cheque.

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Financial Manager to join a well‑established, family‑owned business. In this role, you will oversee the finance function with two direct reports, providing leadership, structure, and support within a close‑knit and collaborative environment. A great fit for someone who values stability, teamwork, and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and presenting financial reports and management accounts.
• Developing efficient accounting practices and strategies.
• Overseeing budgeting processes.
• Implementing new accounting procedures where needed.
• Ensuring compliance with financial and accounting policies.
• Supervising accounting team members.
• Managing cash flow and preparing forecasts.
• Conducting financial analysis.
• Handling VAT submissions and e‑filing.
• Managing stock control.
• Coordinating and overseeing stock takes.

Requirements

• Bcom: Accounting
• 10–15 years of experience in a Financial Manager position or a similar senior finance role.