Commercial Manager

**About Us**:
Tsebo Facilities Solutions is looking for a strategic and commercially savvy Commercial Manager to lead financial operations, drive contract performance, and deliver impactful insights. If you're ready to shape budgets, guide teams, and influence business direction—this is your next big move.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients **reduced costs, risk and complexities** together with **increased quality, efficiency and productivity**. We specialise in **Catering**, **Facilities Management**, **Cleaning and Hygiene**, **Pest Control**, **Protection**, **Energy**, **Procurement**, **Workspace Design**, **Engineering, Remote Camps**, and more. **Developing our people**- the heart of Tsebo - is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. **DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER** to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- **Team Leadership**
Lead and mentor the Commercial & Financial Team, including Accounts Payable, Sourcing Specialists, Project Accountants, and Analysts. Drive performance through structured development plans and regular reviews.
- **Cashflow & Budget Management**
Oversee cashflow and working capital to maintain financial health. Lead long-term budget planning and cost optimization initiatives aligned with strategic goals.
- **Contract Oversight & Mobilization**
Manage commercial change control processes, ensuring contract budgets and agreements reflect evolving scopes of service. Maintain strong commercial relationships with client stakeholders across multiple markets.
- **Strategic Financial Analysis & Projects**
Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support operational decisions and executive strategy. Respond to ad hoc requests from senior leadership and contribute to strategic projects.
- **Governance & Reporting**
Prepare and present monthly financial and commercial reports, dashboards, and executive summaries. Represent the finance function in governance meetings including PPP EXCO, board reviews, and strategic planning sessions.
- **Tax Compliance**
Oversee legal entity tax affairs, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal financial governance standards.
- **Commercial Support for Business Development**
Provide financial and commercial insights to support sales and business development initiatives, contributing to new opportunities and strategic growth

**Skills and Competencies**:

- Strong commercial, financial, and business acumen
- Expertise in risk identification and mitigation
- Proficiency in financial and taxation governance
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder communication skills
- Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
- Skilled in strategic planning, cost control, and report writing
- Proactive, solution-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
- Competent in project and task management, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Interest in AI and financial model building is a plus

**Qualifications**:

- Chartered Accountant (SA) or CIMA, with 8+ years post qualification experience
- Proven track record in commercial finance leadership (5+ years in a similar role)
- Strong command of Microsoft Office, Dynamics D365, and Qlikview
- Exceptional commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and stakeholder communication
- Innovative thinker with a keen interest in AI and model building
- Ability to balance attention to detail with a strategic macro view