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Titre du poste
Finance Manager - Gauteng
Description
Position : Finance Manager - Gauteng
We are looking for a Finance Manager.
Job Summary
The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial health of Sunrise Agrofoods by managing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The role ensures effective cost control, supports strategic decision-making, and maintains robust financial systems aligned with the operational needs of a food processing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis against budgets
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records in line with accounting standards
- Manage general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts
- Track and control operational costs, particularly production and raw materials
- Provide financial insights to support pricing, costing, and profitability analysis
Cost Control & Efficiency
- Implement cost-control measures across production and supply chain processes
- Analyze manufacturing costs, wastage, and efficiency metrics
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial performance
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with South African tax regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies
- Manage tax planning, VAT returns, and statutory filings
- Coordinate internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations
- Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity
- Manage banking relationships and financial transactions
- Optimize cash utilization and funding requirements
Leadership & Stakeholder Support
- Lead and supervise the finance team
- Provide financial guidance to senior management and department heads
- Support strategic planning, investment decisions, and business expansion initiatives
Required profile for job ad : Finance Manager - Gauteng
Key Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) preferred
Experience
- Minimum 5–8 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in manufacturing or food processing
- Strong experience in cost accounting and financial analysis
Skills & Competencies
- Strong financial reporting and analytical skills
- Knowledge of South African financial regulations and tax laws
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
- High attention to detail and strong organizational ability
- Leadership and team management capability
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
- Budget adherence and cost reduction achievements
- Cash flow stability and working capital management
- Compliance with regulatory and audit requirements
- Efficiency improvements in financial processes
Job criteria for job ad : Finance Manager - Gauteng
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Job category :
Accounting, controlling, finance -
Industries :
Food-processing industry - Import-export business - Industry, production, manufacturing and other - Employment type : Permanent contract
- Region : Gauteng
- City : Gauteng
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Remote work :
Hybrid - Experience level : 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
- Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
- Number of Position(s) : 1
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Team management :
Yes
- Risk Management
- Controlling
- Financial Planning
- Funding
- Financial Reports
- Investment
- Financial Analysis
- Pricing
- Financial Statements
- Financial Management
- Treasury Management
- Cost Control
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Accounting
- Cost Accounting
- Audit
- Forecasting
- Finance
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Organisme employeur


Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Gauteng, Afrique du Sud
Date de publication
24 mars 2026
Valide jusqu’au
23 mai 2026











