Company and Role Overview

Our client, a respected business within the mining manufacturing industry, is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to take ownership of the full finance function.
This role offers a unique blend of strategic and operational involvement, making it ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working closely with both executive leadership and operational teams. You will be responsible for delivering financial excellence, improving profitability, strengthening controls, and providing valuable commercial insights that support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the full finance and accounting function
• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts
• Prepare annual financial statements and oversee statutory reporting requirements
• Present meaningful financial insights and performance analysis to senior leadership
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting across the business

Strategic Planning & Business Performance

• Drive annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Monitor business performance against strategic and financial targets
• Develop cash flow forecasts and optimize working capital management
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency, and cost management
• Support strategic decision-making through financial modelling and analysis

Manufacturing & Operational Finance

• Oversee inventory management, stock controls, and related reporting
• Manage manufacturing costing and cost analysis processes
• Partner with operational stakeholders to improve efficiencies and margins
• Analyse operational performance and provide recommendations for improvement
• Support initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing costs

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworks
• Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements
• Lead audit engagements and manage relationships with external auditors
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes and controls
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
• Create a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement
• Support succession planning and employee development initiatives
• Foster strong collaboration between finance and operational departments

Requirements

Qualifications

✅ CA(SA) qualification is essential

Experience

✅ 5-8 years' post-qualification finance experience
✅ Experience within one or more of the following industries:

• Manufacturing
• Mining
• Engineering
• Industrial Services
• Heavy Industry

✅ Proven experience in:

• Financial Reporting
• Management Accounting
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Cash Flow Management
• Financial Controls & Governance
• Manufacturing Costing
• Inventory & Stock Management

✅ Previous people management experience

Technical Competencies

• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Advanced financial analysis and reporting skills
• Experience working in an ERP-driven environment
• Strong understanding of operational and manufacturing finance
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities
• Ability to convert financial data into actionable business insights

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will be:
✔ Commercially minded and strategically focused
✔ A confident business partner capable of influencing decision-making
✔ Hands-on and comfortable operating within a fast-paced environment
✔ A strong leader with excellent people management skills
✔ Results-driven with exceptional problem-solving abilities
✔ Detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture perspective
✔ Passionate about continuous improvement and business growth

Why Join This Business?

This role offers far more than traditional financial management. You'll become a key contributor to the strategic direction of the business while gaining exposure to executive decision-making, operational leadership, and manufacturing excellence.
If you are looking for an opportunity where your expertise can directly influence business performance and long-term growth, this role will provide the challenge, visibility, and career progression you're seeking.

Apply Today

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Specialist Finance Recruitment Areas

• Chartered Accountants (CA(SA))
• CIMA Professionals
• Financial Managers
• Financial Controllers
• Management Accountants
• Cost & Manufacturing Accountants
• Financial Accountants
• FP&A Professionals
• Finance Leadership & Executive Appointments

If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your profile will be retained on our database and considered for future opportunities aligned with your skills and experience.

For more information, contact:

Claire Gill
Recruitment Consultant
? claire@networkrecruitment.co.za
"Great finance leaders do more than report numbers. They influence strategy, improve performance, and help businesses achieve their full potential."