Senior Finance Manager

Smith Garb and Associates CC; North Sand Bluff; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Finance Manager to lead a committed finance team and influence key business decisions. The role requires a CA(SA) with over 7 years of experience. Key responsibilities include strategic financial reporting, overseeing finance operations, and managing payroll processes. Candidates are expected to bring strong leadership abilities, excellent financial modelling skills, and a strategic mindset for driving results.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a senior financial management role required.
• Proven expertise in financial strategy and risk management.
• Strong knowledge of tax, compliance, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and compliant financial reports.
• Oversee finance operations and ensure audit readiness.
• Lead annual budgets and financial planning initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Financial Reporting

Financial Leadership

Payroll Oversight

Forecasting & Budgeting

Board Support

Education

CA(SA)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Finnivo

Job description

Overview

Senior Finance Manager

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

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.

Location: La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal

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.