Jobs in

Financial Manager - Durban

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Financial Strategy and Planning:
  • Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy and long-term financial planning.
  • Provide financial insights and guidance to the executive team and the board of directors.
  • Assess the financial health of the organization and recommend actions for improvement.
  • Develop and implement financial strategies to support the companies objectives.

  1. Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Provide accurate and timely financial reports to internal and external stakeholders.

  1. Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Manage the budgeting process, working with department heads to set financial targets and monitor performance against budgets.
- Create financial forecasts and scenarios to support decision-making and resource allocation.

  1. Cash Flow Management:
- Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the organization's liquidity needs are met.
- Implement effective cash management strategies, including optimizing working capital.

  1. Risk Management:
- Identify and assess financial risks, such as market volatility, credit risk, and operational risk.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to protect the organization from financial threats.

  1. Investment and Capital Management:
- Evaluate investment opportunities and capital allocation decisions.
- Optimize the organization's capital structure and manage debt and equity financing.

  1. Tax Planning and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations and minimize tax liabilities.
- Work with tax professionals to develop tax-efficient strategies.

  1. Financial Controls and Policies:
- Establish and maintain strong internal financial controls to safeguard the organization's assets.
- Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures.

  1. Financial Analysis:
- Conduct financial analysis, including cost-benefit analysis and financial modeling, to support strategic decision-making.

  1. Relationship Management:
- Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as auditors, regulators, investors, and financial institutions.
- Build and maintain relationships with key financial partners.

  1. Team Leadership:
- Manage and mentor the finance team.
- Provide leadership and direction to the finance department.

  1. Compliance and Legal Matters:
- Ensure compliance with all financial and legal requirements, including regulatory filings and reporting.

  1. Technology and Systems:
- Implement and oversee financial management systems and technology to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

Personality Traits / Characteristics:
  • Ability to make tough decisions.
  • Quick to understand new concepts.
  • Able to think outside the box.
  • Good team player
  • Determined and motivated
  • Sense of urgency and adherence to deadlines
  • Solution Driven
  • Creative and Dynamic

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree or professional certification is a plus).
  • Proven experience in financial management, preferably in an export or international trade environment.
  • Strong understanding of international trade and foreign exchange.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good experience in managing a finance team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of the Syspro accounting package is essential.
Apply Now
Share this job with someone you think should apply!
Facebook buttonFacebook   Whatsapp buttonWhatsapp

Related Jobs

Financial Manager - Durban

Carlysle Talent Search - Centurion

...

Financial Manager Durban - Durban

Ntice Sourcing Solutions

...

Financial Manager Morningside - Durban

SKA Recruitment

...

Financial Manager Durban - Durban

Carlysle Talent Search - Centurion

...

Accounts Manager - Durban

...

Want to do another search?

Jobs in