Strategic Finance Manager & Leadership Partner

Salix Recruitment

Centurion

On-site

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Salix Recruitment is seeking a commercially minded Financial Manager to join a well‑established technical services business in Gauteng. You will partner with executive leadership to influence strategic decisions, improve profitability, and drive operational excellence across the organisation.

Lead monthly management reporting, budgeting and forecasting, review profitability and costs, mentor finance teams, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

Matric (Grade 12)
BCom Accounting degree
BCom Accounting Honours or equivalent would be advantageous
SAICA or SAIPA Articles or registration

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly management reporting process.
Analyse financial performance against budgets and prior-year results.
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Review profitability, revenue, costs, and WIP ageing.
Oversee monthly journals, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end reporting.
Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls while driving process improvements.
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
Partner with operational managers to review financial performance and operating expenses.
Review payroll, stock controls, and project costing.
Approve accounts payable costs and accounts receivable credit notes.
Manage debtor performance and cash flow.
Lead and mentor finance and operational accounting teams.
Prepare for year-end reporting and audits.
Support BBBEE audits and assist with HR-related financial matters.
Conduct branch visits, operational audits, and provide financial support across the business.