Finance Manager – Shared Services

About the position

Description/Synopsis:
Join a leading multinational manufacturing business as Finance Manager – Shared Services, reporting to the Finance Director. This role is pivotal in driving financial efficiency, governance and compliance across the group. You’ll manage a diverse finance team and lead areas such as reporting, intercompany transactions, treasury, cost accounting and internal controls, while supporting operational and strategic initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified CA(SA), CIMA will be an advantage
• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience, with at least 3 years in a similar financial management role
• Strong understanding of IFRS, internal control frameworks and financial best practices
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment essential
• Experience in a multinational reporting environment
• Knowledge of SYSPRO ERP system highly desirable, Advanced Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, board and governance packs, and holding company reporting
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations and eliminations
• Oversee general ledger integrity and accuracy
• Supervise the Accounts Payable team and oversee fixed asset accounting and verification processes
• Budgets and Forecasting: Collaborate on annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Lead treasury functions including cash flow monitoring and banking relationships
• Implement cost accounting methodologies and analyse cost structures
• Coordinate insurance policy renewals and claims processes
• Drive annual budget preparation and long-term financial forecasting
• Establish, monitor and improve internal controls and oversee internal audits
• Provide financial support to other business entities ensuring compliance and operational alignment

Softskills/Additional Info:

• Strong analytical thinking and commercial acumen
• Proven leadership skills with ability to mentor and motivate a finance team
• Effective communicator able to collaborate across all business levels
• Detail-oriented and proactive approach to problem solving
• Adaptable in a fast-paced, multinational environment

Desired Skills:

• IFRS
• MS Excel
• Reporting
• SYSPRO

About The Employer:

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