Strategic Finance Manager: FP&A, Controls & Systems

Network Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager based in Durban. The successful candidate will enhance financial processes, manage cash flow, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. With at least 5 years of experience in financial management, expertise in Xero Accounting, and strong analytical skills, the role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the organization’s financial health. The position includes responsibilities like preparing management accounts and coordinating audits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in financial management, ideally in a multi-entity structure.
• Strong proficiency in financial tools and accounting software.
• Experience with budget preparation and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a rolling cash flow forecast.
• Produce monthly management accounts to balance sheet level.
• Monitor income and expenditure against budgets and recommend initiatives to enhance profitability.
• Manage credit control and optimize the debtors book.
• Coordinate the annual statutory audit process.

Skills

Xero Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Financial management

Cost optimisation strategies

Education

BCom Accounting or equivalent Financial Degree

Completed SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA articles

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager based in Durban. The successful candidate will enhance financial processes, manage cash flow, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. With at least 5 years of experience in financial management, expertise in Xero Accounting, and strong analytical skills, the role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the organization’s financial health. The position includes responsibilities like preparing management accounts and coordinating audits.