About the job Finance Manager
Head Office Role
A leading Automotive Company is looking for a Financial Manager. The successful candidate will have a Financial BCom Degree and 5+ years experience in a Financial Manager Role preferably in the Motor Industry.
MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS:
- All financial reporting, policies and procedures, while driving reporting excellence.
- Provision of support to functional leaders with respect to financial reporting.
- Development and continued integration of financial systems.
- Project budgeting, forecasting and cash flow forecasting.
- Business analysis including monitoring.
- Team leadership and training of local staff.
- Key Responsibilities include: Management of the Finance & Administration Department.
- Lead and manage the finance team ensuring all areas are functioning effectively (including taxation, cost management, accounting, payroll and reporting).
- Oversee administrative functions.
- Oversee all vendor contracts including sourcing, negotiation and ensuring appropriate agreements, execution and service levels.
- Ensure that all activities are done according to budget and forecasts.
- Plan, organise and control the high-level activities related to the department.
- Develop and maintain progression and succession plans for the department as per company and HR guidelines; this includes the development, implementation and maintenance of a department skills matrix among other requirements.
- Cost
- Monitor operating budget performance and actively participate in the monthly review process.
- Accountable for the preparation of the budget and on delivery (costs and time).
- Negotiate and manage third party service providers in order to reduce costs.
- Planning
- Plan work according to business requirements and guide all activities accordingly.
- Manage the annual site planning and administrative process.
- People & Team Management
- Develop and encourage a team approach with shared objectives.
- Review and communicate individual and team performances in daily, weekly, monthly team meetings.
- Create and maintain strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Active involvement in employee development by mentoring, training and coaching employees of the departments to enhance overall team skills development.
- Develop and monitor the progress of employee development and progress plans.
- Ensure all key people program requirements are met including timely performance management reporting, core training and development programs, etc.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- BCom Accounting degree non-negotiable.
- Advanced excel ability is vital non-negotiable.
- CIMA qualification would be beneficial.
- Minimum 5 - 8 years' relevant experience.
- Motor industry experience would be beneficial, however manufacturing and construction industry would be considered.
- Insurance background would be advantageous.
- Experience mentoring, coaching and building and leading teams with people at all levels.
- Demonstrated experience designing and developing financial, cost and performance management reports.
- Experience developing and improving business processes.
- Strong communication skills in English.
- Must possess strong cultural sensitivity and be able to execute work successfully in a dynamic fast-paced culture.
- Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate the values of integrity, respect and collaboration.
- Demonstrated commitment to ensuring a safe working environment.
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