Financial Manager Manufacturing Experience

Financial Manager

Appointed:
Full-time position

Locations:
Sunderland Ridge, Centurion

Salary: R50 000 CTC per month

Benefits:
None

Diploma or

B.Com degree in Accounting | Financial

A well established multinational, company in the food and flavor industry is recruiting a Finance Manager who will be responsible for the financial health of the organization. This strategic and hands‑on role involves managing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis, and providing strategic financial guidance to the executive team to support business decision-making and achieve long‑term financial goals. Will report to CEO and CFO.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.

Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas).

Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.

• Strong understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Lead the annual budgeting process and multi‑year financial forecasting. Monitor performance against the budget, investigate variances, and provide in‑depth analysis.

Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, investment evaluations, pricing strategies, and business development opportunities (e.g., M&A).

Conduct ongoing reviews and evaluations to identify and implement cost‑reduction and efficiency improvement opportunities across all departments.

Prepare and present timely and accurate internal management reports, including financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), performance metrics, and key variance analyses for management and stakeholders.

Coordinate and manage the annual external audit process, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors.

Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure all financial practices are in compliance with statutory legislation, accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), and internal financial policies.

Monitor and manage the company's daily cash flow, optimize working capital, and prepare cash flow forecasts to prevent shortages and maximize returns on short‑term investments.

Identify and assess potential financial risks (market, credit, operational) and develop strategies and controls to mitigate them.

• Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)

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