Assistant Financial Manager

Manufacturing
Durban – Kwa Zulu Natal – South Africa

An exceptional opportunity exists for a dynamic and driven CA(SA) to join a high-growth business as an Assistant Financial Manager supporting two Senior Finance Managers. This newly created position forms part of a strategic restructure aimed at succession planning and skills development.
 
With structured rotation between two key finance portfolios—operational Reporting and Procurement—this role offers deep exposure to end-to-end finance operations and a defined path for career advancement into a Senior FM position.
 
Minimum Requirements:
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) SA – Essential
  • Articles completed at a major audit company
  • Minimum 3 years post-articles experience in a manufacturing or production environment
  • South African citizenship required
  • Strong proficiency in large ERP systems (SAP/SYSPRO), MS Office, and advanced Excel
 
Technical Competencies:
  • Fixed asset management, capitalisation, and insurance support
  • Monthly management accounts, board reports, group financials, and statutory reporting
  • Tax preparation and deferred tax computation reviews
  • Oversight of oil procurement costings, forex exposure, supplier reconciliation, and LC applications
  • Cash flow forecasting and Reserve Bank compliance
  • Hands-on systems development and team supervision
 
Additional Attributes:
  • Strong technical acumen and business insight
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly collaborative
  • Effective communicator with internal and external stakeholders
 
This role suits a technically sound, systems-savvy professional eager to grow within a fast-paced and complex finance environment.