Group Financial Manager, Durban

Our client, a leader in the automotive manufacturing industry is seeking a highly experience Group Financial Manager to join their team based in Durban.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified CA (SA) or CIMA and completed articles
• Minimum 5 years post articles working experience
• Minimum 2 years management or supervision role
• Working experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Exceptional numerical ability
• Strong analytical, and leadership abilities
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax regulations, and compliance frameworks
• Advanced MS Excel skills

SKILLS 

• Experience in the Manufacturing Industry
• Group reporting
• Cash flow Management
• Strategic Planning and Goal Setting
• Managing a team

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Full financial management and control function.
• Preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts.
• Preparation and compilation of quarterly board packs.
• Preparation of annual consolidated financial statements line with IFRS and the Companies Act.
• Preparation, analysis and review of operational and financial budgets and forecasts.
• Preparation and maintenance of capital budgets for existing operations and any new developments.
• Preparation, review, submission and management of all tax types i.e. Income Tax (final and provisional), VAT, STT and any other applicable taxes etc.
• Management of the external audit process and addressing technical issues.
• Stock Management
• Cash Flow Management
• Management of the internal audit process and addressing internal control issues.
• Provide technical (IFRS) insights and draft reports for new or potential corporate transactions.
• Implement and maintain a strong control environment and drive continuous improvement.
• Adhering to strict reporting deadlines.
• Check, verify and release electronic bank payments.
• Management of the Finance Team
• Financial review and analysis of all group entities.
• Financial modelling and valuations.
• Work closely with Exco and Stakeholders.
• Any other ad hoc projects and output that may be reasonably required from this role