Senior Finance Leader - Manufacturing (CA/CIMA)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions in Gqeberha seeks a senior finance leader to head the finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. The role drives strategic capital decisions and partners with the CEO to execute the corporate plan.

Responsibilities include IFRS/GAAP reporting, board reporting, cash flow management, and maintaining strong internal controls. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in manufacturing finance and excellent stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or CIMA qualification is essential.
• Minimum 5–10 years’ senior finance experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record in management, reporting, and strategy.
• Hands-on asset management and operational finance experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Provide strategic financial insights to support executive decision‑making
• Drive long‑term financial planning and capital allocation strategies
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to execute corporate strategy
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in line with IFRS/ GAAP
• Oversee preparation of board‑level reports and presentations
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and profitability
• Maintain strong internal controls and risk management frameworks

Skills

CA(SA)/CIMA

Finance leadership

IFRS/GAAP

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial reporting

Asset management

Stakeholder liaison

Excel advanced

Team leadership

Audit coordination

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Abantu Staffing Solutions in Gqeberha seeks a senior finance leader to head the finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. The role drives strategic capital decisions and partners with the CEO to execute the corporate plan.

Responsibilities include IFRS/GAAP reporting, board reporting, cash flow management, and maintaining strong internal controls. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in manufacturing finance and excellent stakeholder communication.