Financial Manager

Description:

My client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Manager to take charge of operational finance, governance, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis for their Johannesburg South manufacturing operation. This key role will require a strong, assertive individual who can not only lead financial operations but also influence the wider business strategy through active, strategic support and clear communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Finance & Governance: Oversee financial operations, ensuring robust financial governance and compliance with local and global standards.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the preparation and management of annual budgets and financial forecasts to support the manufacturing operations goals and growth objectives.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports and analysis to senior management, identifying key performance trends and opportunities for improvement.
• People Management: Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring accountability for results.
• Strategic Business Support: Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering strategic financial insight to support business decision-making and growth.
  Key Requirements:
  
  • Proven experience as a Financial Manager, ideally within a manufacturing or operations environment.
  • Strong understanding of operational finance, budgeting, forecasting, and governance.
  • Excellent financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and mentor a team.
  • Strong strategic thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Excellent communication skills able to voice strong opinions and provide constructive input to senior leadership.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Based in Johannesburg South, with the expectation to work from the office daily.
    Qualifications:
    
    • BCom Accounting Degree
    • ACMA is essential
    • Advanced Excel skills
      Personal Attributes:
      
      • Strong personality with confidence in voicing opinions and influencing decisions.
      • High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
      • Strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders.
      • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving global business environment.