Financial Controller / Manager, Port Elizabeth

Financial Controller / Manager– Port Elizabeth. Our client is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to take ownership of the company’s financial administration function, with a particular focus on debtors management, cash flow discipline, and the automation of financial processes.

This is a hands‑on, operational role. The successful candidate will not only manage the numbers but also actively drive improvements in systems, processes, and team performance. They will be a key member of the management team, working closely with Sales, Operations, and Marketing to support the business’s growth trajectory.

The role suits a commercially minded individual who is equally comfortable producing a cash flow report, implementing an automated debtor reminder system, and holding a constructive conversation with a sales team about an overdue customer account.

Salary: R40 000 to R60 000 CTC, commensurate with qualification and experience.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, financial control, or senior financial administration

Hands‑on accounts receivable and credit control experience — not just oversight

Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency

Demonstrable experience implementing process automation in a finance environment

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and operational discipline

Ability to work cross‑functionally and influence non‑finance teams

Relevant financial qualification— BCom (Accounting / Finance), National Diploma in Financial Management, or equivalent

Preferred experience— strong differentiators

FMCG, distribution, or high‑transaction‑volume environment

Sage Evolution and/or Pastel experience

ERP implementation or significant system improvement project

Experience building automated debtor reminder or collections workflows

Experience building financial dashboards and automated reporting tools

Experience managing or mentoring junior finance or admin staff

Commercial acumen— ability to interpret financial data in a business context

Key Performance Areas

Debtors and Cash Flow

Manage the full accounts receivable function end‑to‑end

Maintain and enforce strict debt collection procedures

Monitor and report debtor ageing and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)

Work closely with the sales team to resolve payment delays, disputes, and credit issues

Produce weekly debtor reports and cash flow forecasts for management

Systems and Automation

Identify and implement opportunities to automate financial and administrative processes

Build and maintain automated debtor reminder and collections workflows

Develop and improve financial reporting through automated dashboards and tools

Ensure financial systems support accurate, efficient, and auditable data capture

Lead or participate in ERP improvements and system implementation projects

Financial Administration and Controls

Oversee all financial administration and maintain strong internal controls

Manage customer credit limits, credit applications, and approvals

Ensure accurate and timely reconciliations across debtors and cash accounts

Support and lead month‑end close processes

Maintain financial governance and ensure process compliance across the business

Operational and Cross‑Functional Support

Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to embed financial discipline

Assist with inventory reconciliation and stock reporting where required

Step into broader operational support when business priorities require it

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