Financial Manager

Rubix Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Finance Manager to lead month-end financial reporting, oversee cash flow and trade finance processes, and manage stock control across multiple warehouses. The ideal candidate will have a finance degree, 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, and strong leadership abilities. This position is essential for achieving operational excellence and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a finance management or senior accounting role.
• Proven track record in FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution environments.
• Experience with stock control is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end financial reporting and present accurate results.
• Manage cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Oversee trade finance, creditor / debtor control, and reconciliation processes.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Team leadership

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

Finance degree

Tools

SYSPRO

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead month-end financial reporting and present accurate financial results to management.
• Manage cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Oversee trade finance, creditor / debtor control, and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure full statutory and tax compliance.
• Manage inventory, costing, and stock control across multiple warehouses.
• Supervise ERP system integration and improvements (SYSPRO preferred).
• Prepare and review financial statements, management packs, and board reporting.
• Partner with directors on financial planning, risk management, and business growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure operational excellence.

Experience & Qualifications

• Finance degree — essential.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a finance management or senior accounting role.
• Proven track record in FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution environments.
• Strong systems experience (SYSPRO preferred).
• Experience with stock control — essential.
• Hands-on, deadline-driven leader with excellent communication and attention to detail.

Key Attributes

• Commercially minded with the ability to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide teams.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Integrity, accountability, and a proactive, “get-things-done” attitude.

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