29 Manufacturing Management jobs in South Africa

• Education: BCompt in Management Accounting (or equivalent)
• Experience: 5+ years post-SAICA articles experience, in a manufacturing environment
• Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Systems: Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office (especially Excel Advanced level)

• Monthly financial reporting to management and group stakeholders
• Oversight of Debtors, Creditors, Cost of Sales, and Departmental Expenses vs Budget
• Manage and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial targets in SAP
• Daily liquidity reporting and treasury management
• In-depth analysis of manufacturing costs (labour, materials, overheads) aligned to standard costing
• Asset register maintenance and physical inventory controls
• Manage tax calculations including deferred tax, and assist with audits and tax queries
• Provide leadership to the finance team, ensuring high-quality service delivery
• Finalise trial balance and general ledger reconciliations
• Prepare for monthly management reviews and participate in strategic financial meetings
• Load salary payments, release authorised payments, and ensure compliance with internal processes
• Continuously enhance internal policies and procedures in line with IFRS and legislation

• Financial: EBIT, NWC, OFCF, DIO
• Governance: Audit outcomes, reporting accuracy, budget/forecast delivery
• Team: Development, leadership, and performance management
• Process: Policy implementation and process improvement
• Treasury: Forecast accuracy and liquidity monitoring

• A high degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present and negotiate effectively
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Confidence to lead and work independently under pressure
• Collaborative approach with a team-oriented mindset
• A commitment to continuous improvement and ethical financial practices

• Exposure to international reporting and group consolidation
• Knowledge of South African Financial Legislation (Companies Act, VAT Act, Income Tax Act)
• Experience implementing cost-saving initiatives and mentoring team members
• Strategic planning, business case writing, and corporate governance expertise

ENVIRONMENT:

YOUR manufacturing experience and expertise as a Management Accountant is sought by a German-based Tech company to oversee financial management activities within a manufacturing environment while also supporting group consolidation and reporting across the organization. This role combines strong expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting with the ability to manage financial consolidations for a multi-entity structure. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance team and other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, cost control, and strategic financial planning across both manufacturing operations and the wider group. The successful incumbent must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field & aCIMA, ACCA, ACA Certification in addition will prove beneficial. You must have 4-6 years relevant work experience including expertise in cost control, budget management, and financial forecasting, particularly within a manufacturing context, knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial modelling, macros).

DUTIES:

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance -

• Calculate and analyse standard costs for products, materials, labour, and overhead within the manufacturing environment.
• Maintain and update cost accounting systems to ensure accurate allocation of costs to products and services.
• Perform variance analysis (e.g., material, labour, overhead) and provide insights to drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Lead cost modelling efforts for new products and production processes, ensuring that manufacturing costs are aligned with pricing strategies and profitability goals.

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process, ensuring accurate and timely consolidation of financial results for all subsidiaries and entities.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with group accounting policies and applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Ensure that intercompany transactions are properly eliminated, and any necessary adjustments for group reporting are made.

• Prepare Management Accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for both individual entities and the consolidated group.
• Provide variance analysis and interpret financial results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Review performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare reports for senior management, highlighting key financial metrics and advising on actions to improve business performance.

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process for manufacturing operations, as well as group-wide financial planning, including sales, production costs, and overheads.
• Provide input into the group-level forecast process, ensuring that manufacturing and operational data are accurately reflected.
• Assist in developing financial models to project future performance and capital requirements at both the subsidiary and group level.
• Provide monthly and quarterly forecasting support, revising projections based on actual performance and business changes.

• Oversee and ensure accurate Inventory Management, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, across manufacturing sites.
• Lead the monthly reconciliation of inventory values, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and financial standards.
• Support inventory control processes by identifying cost-saving opportunities related to raw materials, production efficiency, and Supply Chain Management.

• Provide detailed financial analysis on product profitability, cost structure optimization, and capital expenditure planning for both the Manufacturing division and the broader group.
• Conduct break-even analysis, margin analysis, and other profitability studies to guide pricing decisions, cost reductions, and investment strategies.
• Support strategic decision-making, including make-or-buy analysis, plant efficiency studies, and profitability assessments for new product lines or market segments.

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP), including managing the financial reporting requirements of the group.
• Work closely with external Auditors during year-end audits, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial data for group consolidation and individual entity audits.
• Ensure that robust internal controls are in place for financial reporting, cost accounting, and inventory management.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with tax regulations and financial reporting standards.

• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements across financial reporting, cost accounting, and consolidation workflows.
• Recommend and implement improvements to ERP systems and accounting processes to enhance data accuracy, financial efficiency, and automation.
• Support cross-functional teams (e.g., Production, Operations, Procurement) in aligning financial reporting practices with operational activities and business objectives.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Essential).
• Professional Accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or progress toward qualification is highly desirable.

• At least 4-6 years of experience in Management Accounting or Finance, with significant exposure to Cost Accounting and financial reporting in a manufacturing or multi-entity environment.
• Hands-on experience with group consolidation, intercompany eliminations, and multi-entity reporting processes.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial modelling, macros).
• Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and other relevant financial regulations, particularly as they apply to group consolidation and multi-entity environments.
• Expertise in cost control, budget management, and financial forecasting, particularly within a manufacturing context.

• Familiarity with Tax Planning and cross-border financial management.
• Experience in driving process improvements, including the implementation of automated systems for financial reporting and consolidation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and cost optimization techniques.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for both manufacturing operations and group-level decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with senior management and various departments across the organization.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Skills:

• Management
• Accountant
• Manufacturing

ENVIRONMENT:

YOUR manufacturing experience and expertise as a Management Accountant is sought by a German-based Tech company to oversee financial management activities within a manufacturing environment while also supporting group consolidation and reporting across the organization. This role combines strong expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting with the ability to manage financial consolidations for a multi-entity structure. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance team and other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, cost control, and strategic financial planning across both manufacturing operations and the wider group. The successful incumbent must possess a Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field & a

CIMA, ACCA, ACA Certification in addition will prove beneficial. You must have 4-6 years relevant work experience including expertise in cost control, budget management, and financial forecasting, particularly within a manufacturing context, knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial modelling, macros).

DUTIES:

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance -

• Calculate and analyse standard costs for products, materials, labour, and overhead within the manufacturing environment.
• Maintain and update cost accounting systems to ensure accurate allocation of costs to products and services.
• Perform variance analysis (e.g., material, labour, overhead) and provide insights to drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Lead cost modelling efforts for new products and production processes, ensuring that manufacturing costs are aligned with pricing strategies and profitability goals.

Group Consolidation & Reporting -

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process, ensuring accurate and timely consolidation of financial results for all subsidiaries and entities.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with group accounting policies and applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Ensure that intercompany transactions are properly eliminated, and any necessary adjustments for group reporting are made.

Financial Reporting & Analysis -

• Prepare Management Accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for both individual entities and the consolidated group.
• Provide variance analysis and interpret financial results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Review performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare reports for senior management, highlighting key financial metrics and advising on actions to improve business performance.

Budgeting & Forecasting -

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process for manufacturing operations, as well as group-wide financial planning, including sales, production costs, and overheads.
• Provide input into the group-level forecast process, ensuring that manufacturing and operational data are accurately reflected.
• Assist in developing financial models to project future performance and capital requirements at both the subsidiary and group level.
• Provide monthly and quarterly forecasting support, revising projections based on actual performance and business changes.

Inventory & Cost Control -

• Oversee and ensure accurate Inventory Management, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, across manufacturing sites.
• Lead the monthly reconciliation of inventory values, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and financial standards.
• Support inventory control processes by identifying cost-saving opportunities related to raw materials, production efficiency, and Supply Chain Management.

Financial Analysis & Strategic Support -

• Provide detailed financial analysis on product profitability, cost structure optimization, and capital expenditure planning for both the Manufacturing division and the broader group.
• Conduct break-even analysis, margin analysis, and other profitability studies to guide pricing decisions, cost reductions, and investment strategies.
• Support strategic decision-making, including make-or-buy analysis, plant efficiency studies, and profitability assessments for new product lines or market segments.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP), including managing the financial reporting requirements of the group.
• Work closely with external Auditors during year-end audits, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial data for group consolidation and individual entity audits.
• Ensure that robust internal controls are in place for financial reporting, cost accounting, and inventory management.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with tax regulations and financial reporting standards.

Process Improvement & Systems Development -

• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements across financial reporting, cost accounting, and consolidation workflows.
• Recommend and implement improvements to ERP systems and accounting processes to enhance data accuracy, financial efficiency, and automation.
• Support cross-functional teams (e.g., Production, Operations, Procurement) in aligning financial reporting practices with operational activities and business objectives.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Essential).
• Professional Accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or progress toward qualification is highly desirable.

Experience/Skills

• At least 4-6 years of experience in Management Accounting or Finance, with significant exposure to Cost Accounting and financial reporting in a manufacturing or multi-entity environment.
• Hands-on experience with group consolidation, intercompany eliminations, and multi-entity reporting processes.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial modelling, macros).
• Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and other relevant financial regulations, particularly as they apply to group consolidation and multi-entity environments.
• Expertise in cost control, budget management, and financial forecasting, particularly within a manufacturing context.

Advantageous

• Familiarity with Tax Planning and cross-border financial management.
• Experience in driving process improvements, including the implementation of automated systems for financial reporting and consolidation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and cost optimization techniques.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for both manufacturing operations and group-level decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with senior management and various departments across the organization.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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RPO Recruitment's client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Management Accountant in Tzaneen, Limpopo. In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to assist with strategy, budgets, profitability of the operation, and margin analysis. They must also have a strong work ethic, be results-driven, and exhibit a passion for their work.

Responsibilities:

• Collect data for the preparation of a 5-year plan, annual budget, and monthly estimates
• Assist Managers in preparing these plans and estimates for inclusion in group accounts
• Prepare and review monthly Trading Account reports
• Compare actual results with budgets and provide comments on variances
• Review general ledger accounts for the operation biweekly
• Advise shared services on any reallocations needed

• Monitor actual expenses monthly against budget/estimate
• Collaborate with Operations to identify areas for improving profitability
• Monitor ongoing capital expenditure and maintenance costs
• Identify gaps or future concerns in capital expenditure planning
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, group policies, and processes
• Adhere to International Accounting Standards (IAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements

• Tertiary qualification NQF level 7 minimum
• At least 3-5 years' experience at management accountant level
• 3 - 5 years' experience to understand and act upon financial issues of a high budget business
• Management experience within a result driven industrial environment (3-5 yrs.)
• Experience working on financial ERP systems.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports and presentations and the self-confidence to communicate this work to various levels of the business.
• Advanced levels of computer literacy in complete MS Office suite

• Salary: R204K/yr - R264K/yr, salary negotiable
• Training and Development
• Family Leave

Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities

Accountabilities Major Activities Key Performance Indicators
Ensure seamless transition and flawless service delivery

? Focus on transition with ‘Zero’ impact on service delivery
? Focus on efficiencies - leaner, greener and faster
? Focus on Process stabilization & sustained delivery
? Reducing operation costs
? Make TBP more effective
? Build effective process management system

? FTE headcount
? Revenue from the BU Vs. Target
? Gross Margin for the BU
? MEI (Manpower Efficiency Index)

Ensure client satisfaction on all SLA’s and given parameters

? Deliver on client benefits through innovation and improvements
? Create plan to deliver efficiency
? Strengthen operational team as well as support functions to minimize leakages
? Partner with transformation team for value delivery
? Identify transformation opportunities where available

? Customer Satisfaction Survey results Vs. Desired
? Performance Index
? Improvement through Innovation

People management

? Engagement plan for each stage of employees
? Focus on employee training and development with regard to building domain expertise
? HIPO engagement initiatives to be reviewed regularly
? Cross training and skill enhancement for managing high influx of volume
? Support to Line HR and utilize their expertise more from a people engagement and retention perspective
? Ensure minimal staff attrition and high levels of engagement

? Employee Attrition Rate
? Employee Engagement Surveys
Provide assistance to industry and BU leadership for development of strategies for business development and process improvements Working on Strategic Priorities such as (but not limited to):
? Look for opportunities to deliver additional savings for the clients
? Deliver operational efficiency improvements for both the call centre and Client
? Assistance in business development as and when required
? Reduction in Overheads as % of Revenues
? Participation in people development initiatives

? Process improvement
? USD value delivered to Client.

Focus on customer experience as the business is transitioned with zero impact on service delivery
Partner with HR to build strong people practices, and focus on capacity augmentation to manage volume effectively

DIMENSIONS
Financial Dimensions Managing the revenue and profitability and Value Delivery

KEY DECISIONS
Decisions you make by yourself
? Strategic improvement for process delivery
? People/management rationalization

INTERACTIONS

Internal Job Role you need to interact with Internally in the organization to enable success in your day to day work
? Business HR Team
? Corporate HR for staffing, internal movement, training, learning and development
? Finance Team
? Facilities Team

External Interactions Job Role you need to interact with outside the organization to enable success in your day to day work

? Clients

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of experience within the BPO industry in senior VP Position

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Skill Requirement
Educational Qualifications
Graduate in any field
Post graduate is preferable
Functional Skills
Experience of managing Healthcare Operation
Client relationship management
Managing large contact center
Behavioral Skills

Decisions making
Prioritization
Analytical skills
People management
Excellent communication skills

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Date Posted: 08/08/2025
Closing Date: 01/12/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 44237
Job Category: Faculty - Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Joseph L. Rotman School of Management
Department: Joseph L. Rotman School of Management
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time teaching-stream appointment in the Operations Management & Statistics Area. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Applicants must have earned a PhD in Operations Management or a PhD in a field related to Operations Management, such as Information Systems. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and enhance our existing strengths . Applicants must have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, including a strong demonstrated ability to integrate both theory and practice, evidence of effective communication and presentation skills; a demonstrated mastery of their subject area; a demonstrated commitment to excellence in pedagogical inquiry and teaching innovation; and an interest in teaching-related scholarly activities in operations management. Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting management program, including lecture preparation and delivery, and curriculum development. Applicants must have the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate management courses in operations management, statistics, spreadsheet modelling, and business analytics.

Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference, and for short-listed candidates, a strong performance during the on-campus presentation. The teaching dossier includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence) .Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply. Applicants are invited to include in their cover letter any experiences or planned future contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the areas of teaching and/or service.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the Organization

U of T is Canada's largest university and has an international research reputation. The Rotman School of Management has a strong faculty that is supportive of serious scholarship and is committed to the professional development of its faculty. The Rotman School operates a wide range of degree programs, including an undergraduate Commerce program, a full-time, part-time, Executive, and Global Executive MBA program, a Global Executive MBA for Healthcare and the Life Sciences, a Master of Finance, a Master of Financial Risk Management, a Master of Management Analytics, a Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting, and a Ph.D. program.

Rotman is situated in the heart of Canada’s corporate and financial center, and the world’s most diverse city. Rotman’s core values reflect this diversity. For more information about the Rotman School and its core values, please visit:

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a complete teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample syllabi and course materials, and teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities. The cover letter can include a description of any experiences or planned future contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the areas of teaching and/or service.

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All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by January 12, 2026.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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