In order to be considered the following is required: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) preferred 5 –10 years of finance experience, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing Strong experience in financial operations, reporting, and supply chain finance Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) Knowledge of FMCG dynamics (high volume, low margin, fast turnover) Excellent stakeholder management and communication Strong understanding of working capital and cost management Shared services – intercompany knowledge Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting Working capital improvements (DSO, DPO, inventory turnover) Cost savings and margin improvements Forecast accuracy Process efficiency and automation gains Responsibilities: Financial Operations & Reporting: Oversee daily financial activities including accounts payable, receivable and general ledger Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual) Manage financial close processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS / GAAP) Monitor and improve financial processes and controls Working Capital Management: Optimize cash flow, inventory levels, and receivables / payables cycles Monitor debtor collections and manage credit risk Drive initiatives to improve cash conversion cycle Cost Control & Margin Management: Track cost of goods sold (COGS), distribution, and operational expenses Analyze product margins and identify cost-saving opportunities Partner with procurement and supply chain to manage costs effectively Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead budgeting and rolling forecasts aligned with sales and operations plans Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to management Support scenario planning in a dynamic FMCG environment Business Partnering: Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to support decision-making Provide financial insights on pricing, promotions and product launches Support commercial strategies with financial analysis Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with internal policies, tax regulations, and audit requirements Maintain strong internal controls and governance frameworks Manage audits and liaise with external auditors Systems & Process Improvement: Drive automation and efficiency in financial systems (e.g. ERP) Improve reporting tools and dashboards for real-time insights Lead continuous improvement initiatives in finance operations Team Leadership: Manage and develop finance operations staff Build a high-performance team culture focused on accuracy and efficiency Information displayed above not limited to advertisement Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application.