Manufacturing Financial Manager (Costing and Mangement Accounting)

Manufacturing Financial Manager (Costing & Production), Piet Retief, Rneg + Ben - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field. - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. - Proficiency in financial reporting systems and relevant financial management tools. Minimum Experience Required - 5–10 years' progressive experience in finance and accounting. - Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a Financial Management position within a manufacturing environment. - Strong experience in: - Manufacturing cost accounting - Budgeting and forecasting - Financial analysis - Inventory management - Management reporting - Cost and variance analysis - Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans for the particle board production line. - Monitor and analyse production costs, including raw materials, utilities, maintenance and manufacturing overheads. - Identify manufacturing cost variances and provide recommendations for cost reduction, operational efficiencies and improved profitability. - Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and management accounts. - Ensure accurate inventory valuation and cost accounting for raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods. - Manage cash flow, working capital and financial risks. - Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger functions. - Coordinate and support internal and external audit processes. - Develop financial models and provide financial evaluations for capital expenditure and operational improvement projects. - Partner with operational management to improve financial performance, cost control and manufacturing efficiencies.