Job Title: Financial Manager
Location: Alberton
Industry: Manufacturing & Engineering

Purpose of the Role:

To oversee and manage all financial operations of the organization, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strategic guidance to support operational efficiency and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Interpret and apply IFRS standards.
• Maintain and review general ledger reconciliations.
• Oversee fixed assets within manufacturing operations.
• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations and corporate governance.
• Coordinate and support external audits.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Monitor actual performance vs. budget and analyze variances.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and provide actionable insights.
• Prepare budget and forecast evaluations at SBU and cost centre levels.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure liquidity.
• Manage working capital effectively.
• Oversee cost control initiatives and analyze OPEX and Cost of Sales variances.
• Provide insights and reports for cost control and evaluation.
• Manage Debtors and Creditors effectively.
• Oversee payroll accuracy and statutory compliance.
• Manage tax planning and statutory tax return submissions.
• Implement, improve and audit internal financial controls and systems.
• Raise and manage FOREX requirements.
• Collaborate with executive management to develop and support strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial insight to aid long-term planning and business development.
• Lead and mentor the finance team to ensure professional growth and performance.

 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or
• National Diploma in Financial Information Systems
• Minimum of 5 years in a Financial Manager or equivalent role
• Previous experience in engineering or manufacturing sectors is advantageous
• Proficiency in accounting and ERP systems (Pastel, Syspro, Sage, Eero, Draftworx).
• Strong knowledge of auditing practices, OPEX management, and foreign exchange processes.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven mindset.
• Systems-design orientation with process improvement experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• High integrity, urgency, and a results-oriented work ethic.
  

How To Apply:

• Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Send your CV to: [email protected] or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.
• Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [email protected] 
• We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.