Senior Finance Manager

Smith Garb and Associates CC; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector seeks a Senior Finance Manager to drive financial strategy and operational excellence in KwaZulu-Natal. This pivotal role involves managing financial operations, guiding a finance team, and influencing key decisions for enhanced business performance. The ideal candidate is a qualified CA(SA) with extensive financial management experience, ready to contribute strategically and lead impactful financial initiatives.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) with 7+ years in a senior financial management role.
• Proven expertise in financial strategy, forecasting, and risk management.
• Strong knowledge of tax, compliance, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, compliant financial reports aligned to business goals.
• Manage payroll processing, reconciliations, tax submissions.
• Lead annual budgets, forecasts, and financial planning initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Financial Reporting

Financial Leadership

Payroll Oversight

Forecasting & Budgeting

Board Support

Financial Modelling

Communication

Process Efficiency

Education

CA(SA)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Finnivo

Job description

La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal | Manufacturing Sector | Strategic Finance Role

Are you a qualified CA(SA) with a passion for driving financial strategy and operational excellence? Our client, a leader in the manufacturing sector, is looking for a dynamic Senior Finance Manager to take the lead in shaping their financial future.

This is a high-impact role based at their manufacturing facility , offering the chance to influence key business decisions and lead a committed finance team in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Reporting : Develop accurate, compliant financial reports aligned to business goals.
• Financial Leadership : Oversee finance operations, manage working capital, and ensure sound governance and audit readiness.
• Payroll Oversight : Manage payroll processing, reconciliations, tax submissions, and third-party payroll relationships.
• Forecasting & Budgeting : Lead annual budgets, forecasts, and financial planning initiatives.
• Board Support : Prepare reports and packs for board, audit, risk, and investment committee meetings.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA(SA) with 7+ years in a senior financial management role.
• Proven expertise in financial strategy, forecasting, and risk management.
• Solid experience in managing cash flow, working capital, and performance improvement.
• Strong knowledge of tax, compliance, and governance.
• Systems exposure : SAP , Microsoft Office Suite , and preferably Finnivo .

What You’ll Bring

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent financial modelling, analysis, and reporting skills.
• Clear, confident communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to driving results.
• A passion for continuous improvement, process efficiency, and business growth.

Availability : As soon as possible

Step into a role where your expertise will drive financial direction, enable growth, and make a lasting impact.

Apply now and lead the way in financial strategy and business performance.

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