Finance Manager

Johannesburg South, Gauteng. Competitive salary. A challenging and rewarding opportunity exists for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established national supplier to Retail chain stores. We're looking for a results-driven finance professional with a tertiary qualification in finance or accounting, solid experience in financial management, and a deep understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Retail or Wholesale experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and accounting standards
• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors
• Analyse financial data and provide actionable insights

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Track performance against budget and conduct variance analysis
• Recommend improvements and cost controls

Cash Flow and Risk Management

• Oversee daily cash flow and liquidity planning
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage investments, debt, and financing activities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Contribute to long-term financial strategies and planning
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue growth
• Provide financial input for new projects and business ventures
• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team
• Foster continuous improvement and professional development
• Set, track, and manage team KPIs

Compliance and Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and accounting standards
• Stay up to date with industry changes and legislative updates

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with other departments to align financial and operational goals
• Deliver clear, data-driven insights to support business decisions

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in financial management, accounting, or related field
• Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, reporting tools, and Syspro
• Deep expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution skills
• Ability to convey complex financial information clearly
• Effective interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply now!