Financial Manager

Smith Garb & Associates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Manager to lead the financial function within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to support automation initiatives and enhance financial systems while managing a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of post-qualifying experience in financial management, showcasing expertise in advanced Excel and Syspro. Your contributions will be pivotal in ensuring financial integrity through meticulous oversight of bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, and budget management. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position with significant growth potential, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Financial Management experience in Manufacturing.
• Strong team management and performance review skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage full financial function and drive automation.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, and CAPEX approvals.
• Conduct performance reviews and staff training.

Skills

Financial Management

Advanced Excel

Cash Flow Forecasting

Gross Margin Analysis

Ratio Analysis

Team Management

Education

Professional Qualification in Finance

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Are you looking for employment on the West Rand? A multi-national FMCG / Manufacturing company has an awesome opportunity for a Financial Manager to support the FD in the management of the full financial function, drive automation in the business, and advance the systems. Succession-planning opportunity!

POSITION INFO :

The successful incumbent will be a qualified professional with 3-5 years post-qualifying Financial Management commercial experience within the Manufacturing sector. You will manage a team of 7 direct reports and be responsible for the following:

1. Review of weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
2. Supplier form review and authorization.
3. Bi-annual loan covenants calculations.
4. Cash flow forecast preparation.
5. Release of bank beneficiaries (suppliers).
6. Sign and approve foreign payments.
7. Review and approve local payments.
8. Review and approval of monthly journals.
9. Review binders and authorize reconciliations.
10. Prepare consolidation pack and consolidated AFS.
11. Prepare XBRL file (for CIPC).
12. Preparation of Year End Kits including all supplemental forms for Controller Roll-out Kit, I/S analysis, and other financial documentation for the new financial year.
13. Prepare month-end kits including all supporting schedules - ensure all is in balance (interco sales etc.) and various other calculations.
14. Gross Margin Analysis and Ratio Analysis.
15. CAPEX Approval and Asset tagging & verification.
16. Prepare monthly and annual royalties calculations.
17. Co-ordinate new year setup amendments.
18. Oversee delivery of all budget entries and consolidating information to final budget.
19. Planning assistance and coordination of audit timelines.
20. Maintain & distribute Stock Count Procedure / policy.
21. Conduct detailed review of expense reports and assist with compliance.
22. Staff management, performance reviews, and training organization.
23. Assist other departments with GL coding and financial-related queries.

Advanced Excel and Syspro experience are essential!