Senior Financial Officer

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

Job summary

A diversified organisation in Durban seeks a Senior Finance Officer to oversee financial operations, lead a junior manager, and support budgeting and forecasting. Candidates should have tertiary qualifications in Finance or Accounting, with 3 years’ experience in the FMCG or Retail industry, strong reporting and compliance knowledge, and excellent Excel skills. This role presents an opportunity to drive financial efficiencies and team development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in FMCG or Retail industry.
• Experience in group reporting essential.
• Strong technical knowledge in reporting, controls, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations.
• Guide and develop the Junior Financial Manager.
• Partner with Senior Financial Manager on budgeting and forecasting.
• Deliver management accounts and performance insights.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure governance.
• Drive efficiencies in financial systems and reporting.

Skills

Financial management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Controls compliance

Advanced Excel

Education

Tertiary education in Finance or Accounting

SAICA/ACCA/CIMA/SAIPA advantageous

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

A diversified, fast-growing organisation is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to serve as the pivotal link between the Senior Financial Manager and a Junior Financial Manager. This opportunity combines hands-on financial management, team leadership, and strategic business support in a results-driven corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations: Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations with precision and compliance in a timely manner.


• Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and develop the Junior Financial Manager to enhance team capability.


• Strategic Support: Partner with the Senior Financial Manager on budgeting, forecasting, and planning.


• Reporting & Analysis: Deliver accurate management accounts, Board packs, and performance insights.


• Controls & Compliance: Strengthen internal controls, ensure governance, and maintain audit readiness.


• Process Optimisation: Drive efficiencies in financial systems, processes, and reporting frameworks.

Qualifications & Skills

• Tertiary education in Finance or Accounting


• SAICA / ACCA / CIMA / SAIPA advantageous


• 3 years' experience in a FMCG or Retail industry


• Group reporting experience


• Strong technical knowledge in reporting, controls, and compliance


• Advanced Excel proficiency and exposure to ERP systems


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders

Apply now!