Assistant Finance Manager

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - an Honours Degree is preferred
• A professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, or equivalent) is advantageous
• 5–10 years of experience managing finance in manufacturing or related sectors
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Companies Act, South African tax laws, and ERP systems (SAP)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, financial analysis, and reporting
• Leadership and team management with strong mentoring capability
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of the organization

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be prepared to work additional hours when required
• Valid driver’s license

RESPONSIBILITES

• Coordinating day-to-day financial, administrative, and IT operations while supporting the company’s strategic objectives
• Coordinate preparation, review, and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, Companies Act (2008), and internal accounting policies
• Monitor cash flow, banking activities, and working capital
• Manage ERP (SAP) and IT systems for accurate financial reporting
• Lead and develop the accounts payable team, fostering accountability and high performance
• Assist with budgeting, forecasts, risk management, and strategic financial initiatives
• Support BBBEE compliance, audits, and other statutory requirements