Group Financial Manager

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POSITION INFO:
Job & Company Description:
A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Group Financial Manager to become a key member of their dynamic finance team.

As a Group Financial Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• Apply accounting principles to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive financial reports for the group and all statutory entities.
• Lead and mentor the Finance Team (including Creditors, Cashbook, HO Debtors, and Accountants) to optimize performance and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Oversee daily financial operations and provide ongoing support to the business on all financial matters.
• Manage the general ledger and ensure timely and accurate reconciliations.
• Ensure supplier obligations are met in accordance with agreed terms.
• Review and approve all company payments.
• Safeguard the integrity of the fixed asset register and tax asset register.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements for the group and all statutory entities.
• Implement, modify, and document accounting systems and control procedures to ensure robust financial management.
• Prepare tax computations and ensure compliance across the group.
• Maintain company documentation related to WCA, tax, and banking.
• Manage the timeline for BEE requirements and audits, working closely with BEE consultants and internal teams.
• Oversee external audits and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Review and authorize VAT calculations and submissions.
• Prepare balance sheets, cash flow statements, variance analyses, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Compile Board packs and present financial information.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly finance KPIs.
• Lead digitization initiatives to integrate financial systems and improve efficiency and data accuracy.
• Support the CFO in achieving the finance department’s strategic objectives and outcomes.
• Proficient in JDE and Excel.