Regional Finance Manager

Empire Recruitment Pty Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to oversee financial, operational, and compliance functions in KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will have a finance/accounting degree, 2–3 years of finance leadership experience, and a strong grasp of governance frameworks. This role is integral to driving profitability and ensuring audit readiness within a dynamic distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years’ management experience in a similar finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls and compliance frameworks.
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and confident under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end reporting and management packs.
• Own the region’s P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Drive ESG compliance and risk mitigation initiatives.

Skills

Financial controls

Governance frameworks

Leadership communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Finance / Accounting Degree or Diploma

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Are you a strategic finance professional with strong operational oversight and a passion for governance? Our client in the distribution industry is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to take full ownership of financial, operational, and compliance functions within the region. This role is a true business partnership opportunity — working closely with the Regional GM to drive profitability, enforce controls, and ensure the region remains audit-ready at all times.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end reporting, consolidations, variance analysis, and management packs.
• Own the region’s P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Partner with operations to monitor cost efficiency (labour productivity, machine uptime, cost / kg).
• Enforce procurement, payroll, and inventory controls, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset registers and oversee acquisitions, transfers, and disposals.
• Drive ESG compliance, SHEQ adherence, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Track and review sales performance, customer profitability, and commercial approvals.
• Manage working capital and cash flow in line with group policies.
• Lead, coach, and train the regional finance team on governance and accountability.
• Champion a culture of audit readiness, control discipline, and compliance across all functions.

What You’ll Need

• Grade 12 with a Finance / Accounting Degree or Diploma (Honours advantageous).
• Minimum 2–3 years’ management experience in a similar finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and company-related finance systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and confident working under pressure.

This role offers the chance to combine financial leadership with operational impact, driving sustainable growth and ensuring governance excellence within a leading distribution business.

Apply today and take the next step in building your future.

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