Job Summary
Job Description:
Take full ownership of the finance function, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and robust internal controls
Lead and develop a high-performing finance team through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership and key stakeholders
Drive annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes across the business
Provide forward-looking financial insight, scenario modelling, and variance analysis
Monitor performance against budgets and recommend corrective actions where required
Deliver timely, accurate monthly management accounts and statutory reporting
Oversee preparation of consolidated and entity-level financial statements
Ensure compliance with relevant tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements
Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and funding requirements
Monitor receivables, payables, capital expenditure, and asset management
Track key financial ratios and working capital performance indicators
Provide profitability analysis by product, service, or customer where relevant
Support strategic initiatives through financial modelling and feasibility studies
Develop dashboards and management reports highlighting key performance drivers
Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial and operational risks
Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings
Maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, and advisors
Contribute to business strategy formulation and execution monitoring
Support ad‑hoc financial projects, system improvements, and operational initiatives
Promote continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting standards
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 5 + years post article experience outside of audit
Minimum 5 + years managerial experience
Experience in FMCG, Mining, Manufacturing, Engineering or Renewable energy
SYSPRO experience is non-negotiable
Forex experience
Project based experience will be beneficial
A Valid license and own vehicle will be required
Qualification:
CA(SA) preferred OR
ACMA, CGMA with CIMA
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