Senior Finance Manager - Supply Chain & Reporting

About the Role

This is a pivotal leadership position within a leading FMCG manufacturing organisation, reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will be responsible for driving financial excellence across supply chain operations and ensuring seamless month-end and group reporting for a growing, dynamic business with a strong international presence.

Supply Chain Finance & Operations

• Oversee the accurate and timely reporting of factory overheads, distribution costs, and material usage/price variances.
• Manage inventory valuation, obsolete stock provisions, and stock write-offs.
• Drive quarterly and annual stock counts to ensure inventory integrity.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes for all supply chain operations.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and develop financial models for capital investments and productivity improvements.
• Publish performance dashboards (Inventory Days, Gross Margin) to facilitate strategic decision-making.
• Drive the automation and standardisation of reporting using ERP systems and BI tools.

Local and Group Financial Reporting

• Lead month-end close activities and Final Trial Balance processes in line with group requirements.
• Produce monthly MIS reports (Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow) with detailed analysis of factory cost variances.
• Act as the primary liaison with international group reporting teams to ensure alignment and accuracy.
• Ensure the reconciliation and integrity of inventory, accruals, intercompany balances, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Oversee compliance with all group accounting policies and reporting standards.
• Champion continuous improvement in reporting accuracy and efficiency through automation.

CAPEX and Assets

• Manage the supply chain capex budgeting process.
• Oversee the capitalisation of new assets and maintain the accuracy of the Fixed Asset Register.
• Ensure periodic asset tagging and physical verification protocols are followed.

Governance, Tax, and Banking

• Manage internal and external audit requirements and maintain robust internal controls.
• Oversee local tax filings, transfer pricing, and CbCR compliance.
• Manage insurance risk relationships and liaise with partner banks regarding local facilities.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification is essential.

Experience

• 8 to 10 years of post-article experience within an FMCG, manufacturing, or supply chain environment.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior management role.
• Proven track record in managing month-end close and group reporting within a multinational context.
• High proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., Syspro or SAP).
• Demonstrated experience in developing Power BI reporting and dashboards.

Competencies

• Strong commercial acumen with a proactive, "can-do" approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and meet tight deadlines.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Performance-based bonus/incentive scheme based on business and individual targets.
• The opportunity to join a high-growth business delivering double-digit annual growth and expanding internationally.
• A culture that values professional development, offering formal training and coaching.
• The chance to lead finance transformation through advanced analytics and automation.