Financial Manager

Tyron Consultancy; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Roodepoort is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to lead its finance team. The role involves full financial management across multiple companies, requiring strong cashflow management and team leadership skills. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, at least 5 years of financial management experience, and proficiency in tools like Xero. This position offers a competitive salary between R50,000 and R70,000 CTC per month.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a financial management role.
• Experience in freight forwarding, logistics, courier, or FMCG sectors highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills for supplier liaison and internal reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full finance function across multiple companies.
• Lead and mentor the finance team (AR Clerks, AP Clerk, Cashbook Clerk, Junior Bookkeeper).
• Manage and monitor company cashflow, payments, and financial performance.

Skills

Financial management

Cashflow forecasting

Supplier communication

Team leadership

Operational focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Registered SAIPA member

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office Suite

Slack

Notion

Job description

Financial Manager position available in Roodepoort.

A well-established courier and freight forwarding company is seeking an experienced and hands-on Financial Manager to lead its finance department and oversee a small but efficient finance team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll be responsible for the full financial management function across two companies, including cashflow planning, supplier management, risk oversight, and team leadership.

This role is ideal for someone coming from a corporate FMCG or logistics background, with a strong operational focus and the ability to work across multiple financial workstreams. No sign-off duties are required, but experience managing high-volume accounts and ensuring strong financial controls is key.

Salary: R50 000 – R70000 CTC per month.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Registered SAIPA member
• 5+ years in a financial management role
• Experience in freight forwarding, logistics, courier, or FMCG sectors highly advantageous
• Strong experience in cashflow forecasting, supplier follow-ups, and financial risk management
• Ability to lead and mentor a small finance team
• Proficient in Xero, Microsoft Office Suite, Slack and Notion
• Excellent communication skills for supplier liaison and internal reporting
• Based in or able to commute to Roodepoort, Johannesburg

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full finance function across multiple companies
• Lead and mentor the finance team (AR Clerks, AP Clerk, Cashbook Clerk, Junior Bookkeeper)
• Manage and monitor company cashflow, payments, and financial performance
• Liaise directly with key local and international suppliers
• Ensure financial controls, reconciliations, and compliance procedures are in place
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial reporting to the CEO
• Identify and manage financial risks across operational functions
• Drive process improvements and automation within the finance function
• Work closely with logistics and operations for financial alignment