Operational Finance Manager

Talent Genie; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Operational Finance Manager to enhance financial management and operational excellence in Cape Town. This role involves budgeting, financial forecasting, compliance, and strategic resource allocation to support organizational objectives. Ideal candidates will have strong financial acumen, leadership capabilities, and experience in manufacturing or food processing environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or food processing is an advantage.
• Managerial or supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets with department heads.
• Monitor financial performance and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Cost control

Analytical abilities

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Compliance knowledge

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

Financial modeling tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Reference
Operational Finance

Salary
ZAR/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- City of Cape Town -- Cape Town

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
13 February 2025

Our client is looking for an Operational Finance Manager to integrate financial management with operational excellence, ensuring efficient resource utilization and strong financial performance. The role will focus on financial planning, cost control, operational efficiency, and compliance to support the company's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with department heads.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct financial forecasting and modeling to evaluate business initiatives.
• Implement and monitor cost-saving initiatives across departments.
• Collaborate with procurement to negotiate supplier contracts and reduce costs.
• Track capital expenditures to ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Work with operations teams to identify inefficiencies and optimize processes.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational performance.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial and operational success.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against targets.
• Identify financial risks related to operational activities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and risk management protocols.
• Collaborate with management to align financial strategies with operational goals.
• Support business case development with financial analysis and projections.
• Oversee financial resource allocation to operational projects.
• Evaluate project viability and monitor financial performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements within finance and operations.
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations.
• Conduct regular financial audits and maintain compliance policies.
• Foster strong communication between finance and operational teams.
• Train and develop finance team members to enhance their skills and performance.

Key Skills

• Strong financial planning, budgeting, and cost-control expertise.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, financial software, and reporting tools.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and drive operational improvements.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of compliance, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience, including managerial or supervisory roles.
• Experience in manufacturing or food processing environments is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and financial modeling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.