Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
My client, a leading global packaging organization with a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality packaging solutions. As they continue to grow, they are looking for a dynamic and strategic Financial Manager to provide operational and financial leadership within our manufacturing operations.

POSITION INFO:
Role Overview:
My client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Manager to take charge of operational finance, governance, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis for our Johannesburg South manufacturing operation. This key role will require a strong, assertive individual who can not only lead financial operations but also influence the wider business strategy through active, strategic support and clear communication.
Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Finance & Governance: Oversee financial operations, ensuring robust financial governance and compliance with local and global standards.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the preparation and management of annual budgets and financial forecasts to support the manufacturing operation’s goals and growth objectives.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports and analysis to senior management, identifying key performance trends and opportunities for improvement.
• People Management: Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring accountability for results.
• Strategic Business Support: Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering strategic financial insight to support business decision-making and growth.

• Proven experience as a Financial Manager, ideally within a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Strong understanding of operational finance, budgeting, forecasting, and governance.
• Excellent financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and mentor a team.
• Strong strategic thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills – able to voice strong opinions and provide constructive input to senior leadership.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Based in Johannesburg South, with the expectation to work from the office daily.

• Bcom Accounting Degree
• Advanced Excel skills

• Strong personality with confidence in voicing opinions and influencing decisions.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving global business environment.

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the packaging industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to have a direct impact on business strategy and operations.