Financial Manager / Pharmaceutical / Manufacturing

University of Fort Hare; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in South Africa is seeking a dynamic Financial Manager for its pharmaceutical/manufacturing sector. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial strategy, ensure compliance, and enhance operational excellence. The ideal candidate has a B.Com or B.Com Honours in Accounting or Finance, with 5–10 years of experience in comparable environments. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and ERP systems is essential. The compensation is market-related and based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Knowledge of forex and ability to manage multi-currency exposure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and maintain robust financial controls.
• Coordinate annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity, and forex exposure.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and capital expenditure management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Influence at executive level

ERP systems

Education

B.Com or B.Com Honours in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Embrace ERP

Job description

Overview

Financial Manager – Pharmaceutical / Manufacturing

2026-01-30 - 2026-02-28

Permanent

PE001509

Banking / Finance / Investment / Insurance / Stockbroking

Our Client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager to join their growing pharmaceutical/manufacturing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive financial strategy, ensure compliance, and support operational excellence in a regulated environment.

Job Requirements

• B.Com or B.Com Honours in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years’ experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Knowledge of forex and ability to manage multi-currency exposure.
• High attention to detail and ability to influence at executive level.
• Experience in regulated pharmaceutical environments is advantageous.
• ERP system experience (Embrace ERP advantageous).

Job Duties

Financial Reporting & Controls

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and maintain robust financial controls.
• Oversee year-end audit processes and preparation of management packs.
• Conduct accurate costing, margin analysis, and financial performance reporting.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management

• Coordinate annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget and prior year results.
• Support pricing, contract manufacturing, and capital expenditure decisions.
• Drive initiatives to improve EBITDA and overall financial performance.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity, and forex exposure.
• Optimize working capital across inventory, receivables, and payables.
• Engage with banks and financiers, including Standard Bank Business.

Manufacturing & Inventory Finance

• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and financial monitoring of yields, rework costs, and efficiencies.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and capital expenditure management.

Regulatory, Tax & Compliance

• Ensure statutory, tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Support financial aspects of GMP and other regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Partner with operations and commercial teams to drive business performance.

Salary

Market-related, based on experience

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