General Manager - Finance

Salix Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African manufacturing firm based in Cape Town seeks an experienced General Manager - Finance to lead its financial systems and drive efficiency. This pivotal role offers strategic influence and a chance to shape long-term growth. The ideal candidate will possess extensive commercial experience, strong leadership skills, and a solid educational background in finance. This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven leader looking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Completed SAICA Articles.
• 7 years’ commercial experience.
• Strong systems knowledge with Sage Pastel and Granite WMS.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Familiarity with AI tools for finance and business efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts with variance analysis.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and manage cash flow forecasts.
• Oversee year‑end audits and uphold strong governance standards.
• Manage and develop teams across Debtors, Costings, and Orders.
• Negotiate with banks, suppliers, and service providers.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Financial analysis

Team mentoring

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

BCom

BCom Honours

CA(SA)

Tools

Sage Pastel

Granite WMS

Excel

Job description

SUMMARY

A proudly South African manufacturing, import, and distribution company based in Atlantis, Western Cape, is seeking a highly capable General Manager - Finance to join its leadership team.

POSITION INFO

Join a well-established and growing business with exciting prospects, where you’ll collaborate with a dynamic leadership team that values initiative, innovation, and accountability. This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of financial systems and processes, driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the organisation. It’s a long-term growth opportunity, ideal for someone eager to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future direction of the business.

With a growing national footprint and a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and long-term sustainability, this organisation offers a senior leadership opportunity with significant strategic and operational influence.

You’re a strategic yet hands‑on finance leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments. You balance analytical precision with practical execution, and you’re motivated by results, accountability, and impact. You see this role as a long‑term career opportunity to help build and grow a successful business.

DEUTIES

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts with variance analysis.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and manage cash flow forecasts.
• Oversee year‑end audits and uphold strong governance standards.
• Manage and develop teams across Debtors, Costings, and Orders.
• Lead credit management, with the Credit Manager reporting directly to you.
• Negotiate with banks, suppliers, and service providers.
• Monitor margins, distribution costs, and manufacturing standard costs.
• Oversee systems development, IT procurement, and outsourced IT services.
• Manage bi‑annual stock takes and variance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE, IRP5s, and all statutory requirements.
• Partner with the Sales team on pricing, budgets, and forecasting.
• Maintain efficient cash flow management and timely creditor payments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom
• BCom Honours
• CA(SA)

EXPERIENCE

• Completed SAICA Articles
• 7 years’ commercial experience.
• Strong systems knowledge: Sage Pastel (essential) and Granite WMS (advantageous).
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data analysis).
• Familiarity with or interest in AI tools for finance and business efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate teams.
• Strong commercial insight, negotiation ability, and problem‑solving acumen.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate teams.
• Strong commercial insight, negotiation ability, and problem‑solving acumen.

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