Port Elizabeth: Financial Manager – Manufacturing Industry posted by Network Finance

January 6, 2026 Jobs in Eastern Cape

Network Finance

Eastern Cape

Finance/Accounting Management

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Job Description

This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong leadership capability, solid manufacturing exposure, and a passion for building robust financial systems, controls, and insights that support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and review accurate financial reports and monthly management accounts.
Drive and manage the forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis processes.
Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE, SARS and all statutory requirements.
Oversee debtors, fixed assets, accruals, provisions, and monthly journals.
Conduct gross profit analysis, KPI reporting, and financial performance reviews.
Ensure compliance with IFRS and maintain strong internal financial controls.
Manage cash flow, assist in risk identification, and support mitigation strategies.
Lead process improvements, implement best practice financial procedures, and optimise systems.
Provide commercial support and financial insight to operational and executive stakeholders.
Guide, develop, and train finance team members while responding to ad hoc finance queries.
Oversee the ERP environment (N4NL/BAAN, or similar systems).

Job Experience and Skills Required:

BCom degree in Finance (essential).
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years’ experience in a management role.
Strong technical knowledge of VAT, PAYE, SARS compliance.
Experience with forex transactions (USD, EUR, etc.) advantageous.
Advanced MS Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.
Strong communication, leadership, planning, and organisational ability.

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