Financial Manager

Financial Manager 

Appointment: Full-time position
Locations: Sunderland Ridge, Centurion 
Salary: R50 000 CTC per month
Benefits: None

Qualifications:
Diploma or B.Com degree in Accounting | Financial,

Job Description:

A well established multinational, company in the food and flavor industry is recruiting a Finance Manager who will be responsible for  the financial health of the organization. This strategic and hands-on role involves managing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis, and providing strategic financial guidance to the executive team to support business decision-making and achieve long-term financial goals. Will report to CEO and CFO. 

Key Responsibilities:

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas).

• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.

• Strong understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and multi-year financial forecasting. Monitor performance against the budget, investigate variances, and provide in-depth analysis.

• Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, investment evaluations, pricing strategies, and business development opportunities (e.g., M&A).

• Cost Management: Conduct ongoing reviews and evaluations to identify and implement cost-reduction and efficiency improvement opportunities across all departments.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Reporting: Prepare and present timely and accurate internal management reports, including financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), performance metrics, and key variance analyses for management and stakeholders.

• Audit Management: Coordinate and manage the annual external audit process, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all financial practices are in compliance with statutory legislation, accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), and internal financial policies.

Cash Flow & Risk Management

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage the company's daily cash flow, optimize working capital, and prepare cash flow forecasts to prevent shortages and maximize returns on short-term investments.

• Risk Mitigation: Identify and assess potential financial risks (market, credit, operational) and develop strategies and controls to mitigate them.

Preferred Skills:

- Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)

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