Financial Manager

Tyron Consultancy; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Paarl is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Manager to optimize financial operations within their production business. The ideal candidate will oversee financial planning, reporting, cost control, and compliance while mentoring a finance team, ensuring all financial activities align with legal regulations and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ financial management experience, ideally in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, cost accounting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the financial reporting process.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and other relevant financial regulations.
• Develop and maintain internal financial controls and policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Financial regulations knowledge

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Communication in Afrikaans

Communication in English

Education

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

Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Financial Manager position available in Paarl.

Our client in the Boland is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Manager to oversee and optimise financial operations in our production business.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial planning, reporting, cost control, and compliance, while also supporting business growth and enhancing operational efficiency.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is preferred.
• Minimum of five years’ financial management experience, ideally in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the financial reporting process.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and other relevant financial regulations.
• Develop and maintain internal financial controls and policies.
• Prepare and analyse budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor and control production costs, identifying opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements.
• Analyse cost structures and implement cost-reduction strategies.
• Ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory valuation.
• Optimise working capital, including accounts payable and receivable management.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, VAT regulations, and company financial policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the production finance team.
• Work closely with production, procurement, and operations teams to ensure financial efficiency.
• Drive process improvements within the finance department.