General Manager Finance
- Atlantis, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: Neg (depending on experience)About the RoleSenior leadership role responsible for shaping the financial future of the businessStrategic and operational impact with scope to build, innovate, and growLong-term career opportunity with room for influence and resultsWhy JoinWell-established and growing business with long-term prospectsA dynamic leadership team that values initiative, innovation, and accountabilityOpportunity to design and improve systems and processesRole with scope to drive efficiency and continuous improvementKey ResponsibilitiesPrepare and review monthly management accounts with variance analysisLead the annual budget process and manage cash flow forecastsOversee year-end audit and ensure governance complianceManage Debtors, Costings, and Orders teamsOversee credit management (Credit Manager reporting directly)Negotiate with banks, suppliers, and service providersMonitor margins, distribution costs, and manufacturing standard costsLead systems development, IT procurement, and outsourced IT functionManage bi-annual stock takes and variance reportingEnsure compliance with statutory reporting requirements (VAT, PAYE, IRP5s)Collaborate with Sales on pricing, budgets, and forecastingEnsure timely creditor payments and sound cash managementRequirementsCA(SA) or BCom degree with 7+ years of business experience (outside auditing)Strong systems knowledge: Sage Pastel (essential), Granite WMS (advantageous)Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis)Familiarity with AI tools for finance and business efficiency (advantageous)Proven leadership ability to manage, mentor, and inspire teamsCommercially savvy, solution-driven, and strong negotiation skillsIdeal CandidateBalances strategic vision with a hands-on approachPractical, solution-focused, and motivated by resultsViews the role as a long-term opportunity to innovate and grow