1,188 Financial Manager jobs in South Africa

• Lead regional budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Deliver strategic insights through advanced reporting, analytics, and financial modelling.
• Drive performance management frameworks and KPIs across multiple sites.
• Oversee and influence operational spend , driving cost optimization and efficiency.
• Provide financial feasibility, ROI, and scenario analysis for strategic investments and projects.
• Partner with senior leadership to embed financial strategy across the value chain.
• Champion process improvement, automation, and systems optimisation (SAP, HFM, TM1, Power BI).
• Benchmark performance against peers and identify opportunities for operational excellence.

• CA(SA) accreditation is essential.
• 10+ years progressive finance leadership (5+ in mining operational finance).
• Strong track record in financial strategy, cost management, and analytics.
• Expertise in SAP, HFM, TM1, Power BI.
• Proven leadership across complex, multi-site environments.

You will be responsible for driving the strategic and operational delivery of financial planning, forecasting, performance analysis, and reporting across assigned portfolios. Additionally, you will ensure financial insights are translated into actionable recommendations that inform decision-making, drive business performance, and support long-term value.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Partnership
• Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• P&L Ownership and Performance Management
• Gross Margin Enhancements
• Business Innovation and Format Testing
• Cost Improvement and Efficiency
• Financial Management and Controls
• Stakeholder Management
• People Leadership

Minimum Academic, Professional Qualifications and Experience

• Honours / Post Graduate degree in Finance / Economics/ Accounting related qualification.
• Relevant professional accounting qualification (CA(SA)/ CIMA/ CPA) preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis/ management accounting of which 3 years must have been at a manager level within large, complex, multi-entity, regulated financial preferably in retail or multinational environments.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing FP&A processes and delivering insightful financial analysis.
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting.
• Solid business acumen and understanding of commercial and corporate functions relevant to their assigned portfolios.

Competencies and skills

• Solid grasp of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management methodologies.
• Ability to build and maintain financial models for forecasting, scenario analysis, and business case development.
• to analyze financial data, identify key trends and insights, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Understanding of key business drivers and the interplay between financial and operational performance within their assigned portfolios.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop finance teams.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), planning and budgeting software (e.g., Hyperion Planning, Anaplan), and business intelligence tools.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to the alignment of financial plans with business objectives.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with business partners.

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Sector Information Technology (IT) / Communications / Internet

Location Plettenberg Bay

Job Type full_time

Experience 5 to 10 years

Qualifications No education

Package Negotiable

Description : Our Client in the Internet Service Provider Industry is seeking to employ a Financial Manager to their team based in Plettenberg Bay

Requirements:

• Proven track record as a Senior Finance Manager or senior financial leader.
• Strong background in financial reporting compliance and policy management.
• Experience working with banks, insurance companies, and external auditors.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Professional financial qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Industry experience in telecommunications, technology, or services is advantageous.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Oversee preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Present clear financial insights and make recommendations to support strategy.
• Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the finance team to ensure operational excellence.
• Establish and maintain a culture of accountability, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Ensure financial policies and procedures comply with relevant legislation.
• Review, update, and implement financial policies for best practice.
• Oversee risk management, governance, and internal audit processes.
• Manage relationships with banks, insurers, and other financial institutions.
• Negotiate favourable terms with financial partners to support operations and growth.
• Oversee cash flow, capital allocation, and working capital management.
• Support commercial teams with financial modelling, cost analysis, and ROI reporting.
• Ensure tax, VAT, and statutory filings are accurate and submitted on time.

Equal Employment Opportunity : Our client is an equal opportunities employer.

Overview

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Financial Manager to oversee the financial management function within our Animal Feeds division. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and leadership skills, attention to detail, and a good understanding of manufacturing cost accounting structures.

• Oversee the financial management function within the Animal Feeds division.
• Apply analytical and leadership skills to financial planning, reporting, and cost accounting in a manufacturing context.

• Experience as a financial manager or in senior financial leadership roles.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing cost accounting structures.

Industries: Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing