Finance Manager

Our client, a leading listed name in the manufacturing industry seeks a dynamic Finance Manager to join their team, based in Durban. The successful incumbent must possess a minimum Bcom Accounting qualification and have 8 years experience in the capacity of Financial Manager in a manufacturing environment. This position will report to the Group Financial Director, with 6 direct reports. Responsibilities: • Produce and distribute monthly financial reports • Produce detailed quarterly cash flow forecasts • Produce financial reports detailing actual expenditure against forecast to agreed timescales • Produce annual financial reports and statements to agreed time scales • Manage the payroll system and Provident Fund Scheme and ensure that payments are made to individuals, SARS, Provident Fund and Medical Aid Providers to set timetables. • Lead on tax planning, including VAT related matters. • Maintain current standing with all mandated local tax and benefits registrations and requirements, including submissions of payments and reports to SARS • Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements relating to financial control, financial management and accounting • Ensure appropriate external audit arrangements are in place and manage the audit process • Ensure that all balance sheet reconciliations are produced on an accurate and timely basis to include bank reconciliations, debtors, creditors and inter-company account • Ensure implementation and adherence to finance policies, procedures and systems across all teams Core competencies include: • Experience in the preparation and finalisation of accounts in accordance with current South African regulations • Experience in strategic and financial planning including • Experience in budget preparation and reporting • Experience in goods and services procurement processes • Financial reporting • Highly numerate and able to analyse statistical information and interpret financial data • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written • Computer literate: Advanced Excel skills & financial packages(ABACA) Background: Manufacturing environment is essential BCom Accounting 8 years in the capacity of Financial Manager in a manufacturing environment Individual who thrives in a challenging environment. Highly efficient with excellent attention to detail, showcasing an ability to execute skills efficiently and with precision.