Regional Finance Manager

Network Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment agency seeks an experienced finance professional for the KZN region. The role involves overseeing the complete finance function, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and managing the month-end close processes. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) qualification, at least 5 years of financial management experience in a multi-branch environment, and exceptional leadership skills. This position requires travel across the KZN region to provide operational support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of financial management experience, preferably in a multi-branch environment.
• Strong exposure to audit, compliance, operational finance, and reporting.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage and challenge stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete finance function for the KZN region.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts and variance reports.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements such as VAT and Income Tax.
• Drive the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the region.

Skills

Financial management experience

Advanced MS Excel skills

Analytical capability

Strong leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This role is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a multi-branch environment and can strengthen financial governance, ensure operational compliance, and drive performance in a fast‑paced, service‑driven business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete finance function for the KZN region, covering Debtors, Creditors, Cashbook, and General Ledger.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, flash results, and variance reports.
• Manage full month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Provide commentary and insight into regional Income Statements and Balance Sheets.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (VAT, Income Tax, PAYE, etc.).
• Lead and facilitate internal audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls and policies.
• Prepare year‑end audit packs and liaise with auditors.
• Drive the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and rolling projections for the region.
• Oversee payroll preparation and review for KZN.
• Authorise and release payments for the region.
• Conduct monthly stock reconciliations, investigate variances, and support stock management.
• Perform monthly Debtors reviews, monitor collections, and reduce risk.
• Hold monthly financial and operational reviews with branch and regional leadership.
• Provide training, guidance and support to branch administration and finance staff.
• Travel across multiple branches within KZN to conduct reviews, audits and operational support.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and assist with strategic initiatives as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of financial management experience, preferably within a regional or multi‑branch environment.
• Strong exposure to audit, compliance, operational finance and reporting.
• Advanced MS Excel and strong ERP system knowledge.
• Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage and challenge stakeholders.
• Able to travel extensively within the KZN region.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.

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