Johannesburg: Finance Manager posted by AtripleA recruitment & temps
Job Description
Main Purpose:
As a Financial Manager with a specialized operational focus in the pharmaceutical industry, should ensure that the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.
Be responsible for overseeing and optimizing financial processes, cashflow management, analysing operational data, and providing strategic insights to drive business performance and profitability.
Oversee the financial activities within the organization, ensuring sound financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Key performance areas:
• Financial Planning and Analysis:
oOversee the preparation of monthly management reports including variance analysis to assess the company’s financial health and to support strategic decision-making.
oAnalyse financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
oConduct variance analysis and prepare regular reports for senior management to track key financial metrics and performance against targets and budgets.
oPrepare financial forecasts and annual budgets.
• Operational Efficiency:
oCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Sales and operation, to identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement.
oAnalyse operational data and performance metrics to identify areas of inefficiency and develop strategies to streamline and automate processes and reduce costs.
oImplement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and maximize resource utilization.
• Strategic Financial Management:
oCollaborate with senior management to provide financial insights and support for strategic planning.
oEvaluate investment opportunities and assess their financial impact on the organization.
oParticipate in the development and execution of financial strategies to enhance profitability and shareholder value.
• Cash Flow Management:
oMonitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support operational needs.
oImplement effective cash management strategies and optimize the use of financial resources.
• Annual Financial Audits:
oManage annual financial audits for all companies and liaising with auditors.
oCollation of all supporting documents for Annual financial statements
• Team Leadership and Development:
oLead and mentor a team of financial analysts, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities to foster growth and enhance performance.
oFoster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.
Minimum Requirements and experience:
• CA (SA) or CIMA
• Post articles experience – min 5-10 years outside of auditing
• Proven experience as a Financial Manager with experience in financial management, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems) with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial information to senior management.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial analysis into actionable strategies and drive business results.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
• Advanced Excel
Behavioural and Qualties
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient in financial modelling and forecasting.
• Drive, sense of urgency.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
We kindly encourage candidates from the following universities to apply:
• UCT • UJ • University of Pretoria • Wits
To Apply, send your CV and latest payslip to *****@*****.co.za
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