Regional Financial Manager CPT

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 01/07/2026

Job Description

Role Overview

Our client, a well-established provider of shipping/ Large Scale transportation and logistics services, is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to oversee the full financial function of their Cape Town branch. The role requires a commercially astute finance professional with hands‑on operational experience within logistics, shipping, or a closely related industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for financial governance, reporting, budgeting, compliance, and team leadership, supporting both operational and strategic decision‑making at branch level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or similar) advantageous

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant industry (shipping, logistics, freight forwarding, transport, or supply chain)
• Minimum 3 years’ proven management experience leading finance teams
• Strong experience in branch‑level or operational finance environments

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong financial reporting and analytical capability
• Sound understanding of logistics cost structures and revenue models
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Commercially minded and operationally focused
• Strong leadership and people management ability
• High attention to detail with strong governance orientation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

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