Finance Manager - Logistics & Transport
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We are seeking a dynamic, highly analytical, and strategic Financial Manager to lead our client's finance department.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving strategic decision-making, and ensuring rigorous compliance and reporting standards are met. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives under pressure, champions continuous learning, and possesses the cultural awareness needed to build strong internal and external relationships.
If you have a proven track record in corporate financial planning and team leadership, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Strategy & Reporting
○ Prepare accurate financial statements, business activity reports, and financial forecasts.○ Analyse market trends to identify expansion opportunities and maximize profitability.○ Review financial reports continuously to identify and implement cost-reduction strategies.○ Partner with senior management to guide and support key financial and business decisions.○ Manage comprehensive budgeting and financial reporting processes.
- Operational Finance & Cashflow Management
○ Drive cashflow planning, release payments, and manage fund transfers between accounts.○ Maintain and manage petty cash, credit card cashbooks, and salary account cashbooks.○ Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate depreciation.○ Manage and calculate interest, loan accounts, current portion loans, and amortization schedules.○ Process comprehensive financial reconciliations, including balance sheet and payroll journals/reconciliations.
- Compliance, Audits & Governance
○ Monitor all financial details to ensure strict adherence to legal and statutory requirements. ○ Oversee and execute VAT reconciliations, submissions, and audits.○ Manage both Annual and Standard Bank audits, as well as Stats SA submissions.○ Act as Section 24 Manager, driving Employment Equity management and implementation.○ Oversee Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment compliance and strategy.
- Team Leadership & Oversight
○ Supervise, mentor, and manage staff responsible for financial reporting and budgeting.○ Oversee daily departmental functions including Insurance, Debtors (processing credit notes, cancelling sales orders), and Creditors (signing off invoices and recons).○ Handle conflict effectively and resolve differences of opinion within the team.
- Systems & IT Administration
○ Maintain, set up, and manage accounting software (Pastel), including user rights and database management for the broader group.○ Assist with IT-related planning, system replacements, and general tech troubleshooting.○ Perform all other related duties and ad hoc tasks as required by the business.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in financial management or accounting.
- Tech-savvy with strong systems administration capabilities (experience with Pastel is essential).
- A robust understanding of corporate financial planning, risk management, and investment strategies.
- Industry-specific knowledge (logistics/transport) will be considered a strong advantage.
- Highly strategic and analytical mindset with uncompromising accuracy and attention to detail.
- Exceptional leadership and strong communication skills. Heightened cultural awareness with the
ability to relate to diverse groups and build strong relationships. - Ability to thrive and cope under pressure during high-volume periods. Highly adaptable to changing
environments. - Driven, energetic, honest, and grounded in strong values with a dedication to continuous
learning.