Financial Manager – Manufacturing

Empire Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all site-level financial operations at a manufacturing site in Cape Town, South Africa. The ideal candidate will possess a BCom degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 7 years of experience in financial management. Responsibilities include managing budgets, driving cost control initiatives, and leading the finance team. This role requires strong leadership, operational finance expertise, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in financial management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in cost accounting and inventory control.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across regions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all site-level financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Drive cost control initiatives and operational efficiency.

Skills

Operational finance expertise

Leadership

Staff management

Excellent Excel proficiency

ERP system proficiency

Education

BCom degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all site-level financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Drive cost control initiatives and operational efficiency
• Manage month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely submissions
• Liaise with the Financial Director and senior leadership on strategic financial matters
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls

Requirements

• BCom degree in Accounting or Finance (non-negotiable)
• 57 years experience in financial management within a manufacturing environment
• Proven operational finance expertise, including cost accounting and inventory control
• Strong leadership and staff management capabilities
• Excellent Excel and ERP system proficiency
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across regions

If you're ready to take ownership of a sites financial performance and bring your manufacturing finance expertise to the table, wed love to hear from you.