Financial Manager (Production)

ARVO; Simondium; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the production sector seeks an experienced Financial Manager to oversee financial operations. The candidate will manage reporting, compliance, cost control, and support business growth while enhancing efficiency. Key qualifications include a relevant degree and strong financial management experience, particularly in production settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ financial management experience, ideally in production.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and cost accounting.
• Proven leadership skills and excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the financial reporting process.
• Develop and maintain internal financial controls and policies.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to management.

Skills

Financial regulations

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Education

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

Professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Job title : Financial Manager (Production)

Our client is looking for an experienced and dynamic Financial Manager (Production) to join their finance team based in Klapmuts.

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Manager to oversee and optimise financial operations in their 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.

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
• 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.

Requirements

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.

Benefits

Starting date : As soon as possible

Location : Klapmuts

Salary : R65 000-R75 000 per month.