Job Summary
Main Purpose of Job:
- As a Financial Manager with a specialized operational focus in the pharmaceutical industry, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of our organization.
- You will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing financial processes, cashflow management, analyzing operational data, and providing strategic insights to drive business performance and profitability.
- You will oversee the financial activities within the organization, ensuring sound financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
- The Financial Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Operational Efficiency
- Strategic Financial Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Annual Financial Audits
- Team Leadership and Development
Qualification & Experience:
- CA(SA) or CIMA or BCom (Acc)
- Advanced Excel
- Post articles experience – min 7 years outside of auditing
- Proven experience as a Financial Manager with experience in financial management, analysis, and reporting.
- Strong understanding of financial principles, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems) with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial information to senior management.
- Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial analysis into actionable strategies and drive business results.
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, integrity, and compliance