Reference: DUR003068-SN-1

Our client, a leading manufacturer and long-established in Durban, supplies the South African and International markets. They seek your financial expertise to manage the financial operations of the company, reporting to the CFO.Duties & ResponsibilitiesMinimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance essential.
• C.A. (S.A.) equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years' experience in financial management; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage financial operations, ensuring financial reporting, compliance with financial and tax regulations, and effective management of financial resources.
• Oversee the financial accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and financial analysis functions.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to support the company's goals.
• Full financial management function, including GL maintenance, AP, AR and payroll.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• General ledger and reconciliation management.
• Compliance, auditing, and BEE management.
• Financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong IFRS/GAAP adherence.
• Cost accounting.
• Tax compliance.
• Budgets and forecasting for the Group.
• Manage finance projects whilst collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Fixed assets and Capex management.
• Fixed expenses and inventory management.

Competencies:

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Meticulously accurate in financial record-keeping.
• Highest standards of honesty and integrity
• Proven and strong ability to analyse financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Reliable and consistent in meeting deadlines.
• Adaptable & flexible and open to change.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively with all teams.
• A proactive approach to achieving goals.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Maintain a professional demeanour at all times.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills.