Financial Manager

2 weeks ago

Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Rivers Labour Consultants Full time R600 000 - R800 000 per year

Position Title: Financial Manager Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Dargle, KwaZulu-Natal. South Africa.

Type: Full-time

The Financial Manager will play a key role in driving financial performance, cost efficiency, and operational effectiveness across the business. This role combines strong technical accounting knowledge with a practical focus on cost accounting, cashflow management, and lean business practices. The Financial Manager will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, support strategic decision-making, and implement systems that enhance productivity and financial discipline.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts in line with accounting
Oversee general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and internal
Support the CFO in preparing board reports, budgets, and
Manage tax, compliance, and audit

Cost Accounting & Business Analysis

Develop and maintain cost accounting systems to track, analyse, and report on product, service, and process costs.
Identify cost drivers, variances, and opportunities for
Partner with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to optimise cost
Provide clear reporting on margins, profitability, and value

Cashflow & Working Capital

Monitor daily cash balances and forecast cashflow
Manage working capital, including receivables, payables, and inventory
Support funding, treasury, and banking

Lean Financial Management

Apply lean principles to financial reporting and processes to eliminate waste, improve accuracy, and shorten reporting cycles.
Provide decision-useful financial information aligned with business operations (e.g., value stream profitability, rolling forecasts).
Drive continuous improvement in finance processes and

Leadership & Collaboration

Manage and develop the finance team (e.g., bookkeepers, creditors, analysts).
Build cross-functional relationships to support business units in achieving financial and operational
Uphold company values and foster a culture of accountability and

Key Skills & Competencies:

Good knowledge of financial and management accounting
Proven expertise in cost accounting, budgeting, and variance
Understanding of lean management concepts and their application in
Advanced Excel and reporting skills; experience with ERP systems and BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
Minimum 5—7 years' experience in a finance or accounting role, with at least 2 years in a managerial
Exposure to manufacturing, agriculture, or supply chain industries
Experience in lean accounting or continuous improvement environments is

Remuneration:

A competitive remuneration package will be offered in line with the scope, responsibilities and qualifications/relative experience of the candidate.

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