FMCG (Retail Supermarket Group) FINANCIAL MANAGER

The Recruitment Guy; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG retailer is on the lookout for a dynamic Financial Manager to join their Newcastle team. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring effective planning and control, and maintaining the organization's financial health. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in retail finance, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to lead a small team. With a focus on cash flow management and inventory optimization, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the long-term profitability of a well-respected company in the industry. If you are passionate about finance and ready to make an impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years experience as a Financial Manager in FMCG.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Exceptional financial analysis and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, control, and reporting for Newcastle operation.
• Manage cash flow and ensure financial stability across the store.
• Supervise finance and administration team.

Skills

Financial analysis

Team management

Inventory management

Cash flow management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Sage Pastel

SAP

Sigma

Easy Accounts

MS Office

Job description

Industry : Retail / Fast Moving Consumable Goods

Ref No. : TRG 2243

Salary : Market related TCTC avail / neg

Start Date : As soon as possible

A leading FMCG Retailer is seeking a FMCG industry experienced FINANCIAL MANAGER to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial and administration duties of a local Newcastle operation, ensuring effective financial planning, control, and reporting across the operation. This role is critical to ensuring the long-term profitability and financial health of the organization.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assisting in preparing management accounts up-to Trial Balance
• Assist with balance sheet preparation
• Invoicing
• Creditors
• Debtors
• Basic financial accounting responsibilities
• Reports to General Manager, Group Accountant and Head Office financial teams
• Supervision of a small finance and administration team
• In-depth knowledge of retail financial principles, inventory management, and cost controls.
• Ensure effective cash flow management across the store, maintaining liquidity and financial stability.
• Manage the company''s credit and collections policies, ensuring timely payments from suppliers and customers.
• Monitor stock levels and work closely with the procurement team to optimize inventory turnover and minimize financial waste due to overstocking or understocking.
• Oversee the payroll processing for all stores, ensuring accuracy and compliance with labour laws.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS :

• Min 5 years retail (FMCG) industry experience as a Financial Manager required.
• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or similar tertiary qualification will be required
• HR experience (adv)
• Retail accounting system package experience : Sage Pastel / SAP / Sigma / EASY Accounts
• Advanced MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Local Newcastle residency required
• A positive attitude with an ambitious personality.
• Exceptional financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

TheRecruitmentGuy

Newcastle

Accountant

Retail

FMCG

Sage

Sigma

EasyAccounts

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.

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