In order to be considered the following is required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) preferred
• 5 –10 years of finance experience, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing
• Strong experience in financial operations, reporting, and supply chain finance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Knowledge of FMCG dynamics (high volume, low margin, fast turnover)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication
• Strong understanding of working capital and cost management
• Shared services – intercompany knowledge

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Working capital improvements (DSO, DPO, inventory turnover)
• Cost savings and margin improvements
• Forecast accuracy
• Process efficiency and automation gains

Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Reporting:

• Oversee daily financial activities including accounts payable, receivable and general ledger
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Manage financial close processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS / GAAP)
• Monitor and improve financial processes and controls

Working Capital Management:

• Optimize cash flow, inventory levels, and receivables / payables cycles
• Monitor debtor collections and manage credit risk
• Drive initiatives to improve cash conversion cycle

Cost Control & Margin Management:

• Track cost of goods sold (COGS), distribution, and operational expenses
• Analyze product margins and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Partner with procurement and supply chain to manage costs effectively

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Lead budgeting and rolling forecasts aligned with sales and operations plans
• Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to management
• Support scenario planning in a dynamic FMCG environment

Business Partnering:

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to support decision-making
• Provide financial insights on pricing, promotions and product launches
• Support commercial strategies with financial analysis

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, tax regulations, and audit requirements
• Maintain strong internal controls and governance frameworks
• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors

Systems & Process Improvement:

• Drive automation and efficiency in financial systems (e.g. ERP)
• Improve reporting tools and dashboards for real-time insights
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in finance operations

Team Leadership:

• Manage and develop finance operations staff
• Build a high-performance team culture focused on accuracy and efficiency

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Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application.