Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Finance Manager. The position reports to the Financial Controller. The successful incumbent will be responsible for providing high quality, efficient processing of transactional activities within the finance function; provide a deep understanding of transactional processes, strong customer services approach and application of good governance as well as identify and execute efficiency initiatives across key processes, activities, tools and capabilities. Minimum specifications / requirement areas CA qualification Minimum of 10 years’ financial management experience in a shared service centre Experience in Consumer Products or FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) environment will be an added advantage. Track record of process optimisation delivering tangible improvements High level of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical Outstanding business analysis skills Excellent accounting and reporting Effective at driving change and driving teams to achieve results across regions and Goal-orientated and committed to delivering quality Ability to work with people at various levels of the Excellent leadership and management Strong verbal / analytical reasoning Excellent interpersonal skills, internal and Ability to prioritise, manage complexity and deal with multiple Deliver a customer centric finance function that is able to drive performance delivery and governance compliance throughout the organisation Value alignment to Illovo values

Job Description FINANCE MANAGER We are seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to join our team. This role is critical in overseeing our finance, Kronos and Property functions. As a key player in our leadership team, you””””ll ensure our financial health, support our strategic goals, and contribute to our overall business success. This position offers a clear pathway to senior leadership within the company or group. Job Purpose/Tasks: Financial Leadership: Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance. Team Management: Lead and mentor teams across finance, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Strategic Planning: Partner with senior management to develop and execute financial strategies that align with our business objectives. Operational Excellence: Ensure robust financial controls and processes are in place and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to support business activities and promote organisational effectiveness. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate financial insights and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders. Pricing Reviews: Conduct regular pricing reviews to ensure competitive and profitable pricing strategies. Internal Valuations: Perform internal valuations of the group to support strategic decision-making. Financial Analysis: Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Risk Management: Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard the companys assets and financial stability. Working hours: Monday to Friday 7am 7pm, and alternate Saturday 7am 12pm. Salary: Salary expectation up to one million Annually. Tagret will be in line which will allocate a 20% performance bonus annually. Skills and Competencies A high level of numeracy. Effective business acumen. Excellent attention to detail. Good communication skills. Leadership skills and organisational skills. Desired Experience & Qualifications Education: Finance related degree, CA(SA), CGMA, CFA Qualified Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a finance role. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial management, including accounting, reporting, and financial analysis. Execution Focus: Proven ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. People Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a talent for team leadership and stakeholder management.

Additionally, the Finance Manager will play a key role in enhancing financial processes , refining management reporting , and streamlining systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and insight. The role will also support commercial pricing and participate in bid processes for new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain a rolling cash flow forecast , including analysis and commentary. Produce monthly management accounts to balance sheet and cash flow level. Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in collaboration with the relevant departments. Monitor income and expenditure against budgets and recommend initiatives to enhance profitability. Conduct monthly analysis of variable and fixed costs and suggest cost optimisation strategies. Maintain robust accounting controls and adherence to best practices. Support budget holders with key financial insights, including risk and opportunity assessments. Identify system and process inefficiencies and implement improvements. Lead or contribute to finance process improvement projects across the organisation. Transactional Execution: Review and manage general, debtors, and creditors ledgers . Oversee bank accounts and perform monthly reconciliations. Manage credit control and optimise the debtors book. Ensure the accurate allocation of revenue and costs across campaigns and cost centres. Develop and maintain cost centre reporting through the Xero Accounting platform . Prepare and post journals to the general ledger. Approve and reconcile inter-company invoices , collaborating with Group Finance. Review customer invoicing and VAT returns for accuracy and compliance. Manage customer onboarding , credit limits , and debt collection . Oversee payment runs , ensuring proper review and release authorisation. Liaise with banks and the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) for cross-border transactions. Maintain and review the fixed asset register monthly. Ensure that all statutory returns are completed and submitted timeously. Coordinate the annual statutory audit process. Manage business insurance renewals and administration. Prepare annual and quarterly DTI/GBS applications for review by Group Finance. Oversee B-BBEE financial compliance , audits, and documentation preparation. Qualifications & Experience: BCom Accounting or equivalent Financial Degree (essential). Completed SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA articles (preferred). Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in financial management, ideally within a multi-entity or group structure. Strong proficiency in Xero Accounting , Microsoft Excel , and related financial tools. APPLY NOW! If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more vacancies, please visit

Key Responsibilities: Assist with financial month-end closure for CFO review and approval. Assist CFO in the implementation of the financial SOPs and policies. Ensure adherence to financial SOPs and policies. Review payments timely for CFO approval. Review monthly creditors reconciliations for CFO approval. Review daily bank reconciliations for CFO approval. Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations for CFO review and approval. Oversee financial internal control processes at the entity and drive this among the group. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve queries efficiently Liaise with external auditors and be the financial audit champion. Assist with daily banking if required. Saturday banking when required on a rotation basis. Assistance with BEE admin and audit tasks. Ad hoc invoicing when required. Inter-group invoicing. Staff management. Requirements: Completed Bcom degree in Accounting. 3 5 years experience. Completed SAIPA articles/registration advantageous however not essential. Previous financial banking experience essential. Deadline driven. Attention to detail. Able to work independently and part of a team when required. Pastel experience. MS office experience. Able to multitask. Good planning skills. Quick learner. Good communication skills. Previous experience in a group company structure advantageous.