Financial Manager - Polymer Manufacturing

Prostaff Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Financial Manager in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will oversee financial accounting, management, and reporting functions while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This role demands strong leadership, analytical capabilities, and experience in budgeting and cashflow management. Exceptional interpersonal skills and knowledge of financial systems will be essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Financial Manager in the manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems.
• Experience in budgeting and cashflow management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial accounting, management, and reporting functions.
• Manage HR and payroll functions within the company.
• Produce financial reports and manage cashflow effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Time Management

Analytical Ability

Interpersonal Skills

Data Management

Education

Bachelors degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Pastel Partner

Job description

A bachelors degree in accounting or finance or related is essential for the role.

Previous experience having worked within a Financial Manager role within a manufacturing industry is essential.

A solid understanding of costing experience within a manufacturing environment is essential.

Previous management experience having managed a finance team is preferred for the role.

The successful candidate must have accounting processing and financial reporting systems knowledge, exposure and experience.

Previous experience working on Pastel Partner is preferred.

Leadership and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work on their own initiative and time management.

Excellent analytical ability and interpersonal skills as well as strong data management skills.

Must have extensive experience with regards to budgeting and cashflow management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

Taking full ownership for all financial accounting, financial management and financial reporting functions within the company.

Overseeing overall HR and payroll functions for the company.

Producing financial reports, managing cashflow and developing strategies to achieve the long-term financial goals of the company.

Establishing and overseeing budgeting preparation, management and monitoring processes.

Preparing year end audit packs, liaising with auditors.

Preparing management and board packs and attending senior management meetings.

Performing financial analysis, reporting and management activities.

Ensuring that the financial reports are prepared and delivered on time.

Monitoring and managing all expenses within the allotted budget. Review annual budgets and recommend any changes if needed.

Establishing key financial strategies to enhance business profitability.

Ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements relating to financial control, financial management and accounting in accordance with IFRS and SARS.

Ensuring appropriate external audit arrangements are in place and manage the process for financial and bee audits.

Improving and implementing automated reporting systems to streamline financial reporting processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.

Overseeing all regulatory compliance, i.e. income TAX, VAT, CIPC, BEE, etc.

Reviewing project performance and performing budget vs actual comparatives.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

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