Overview
Robertson
A well-established and trusted name in the building materials and home improvement industry is seeking an experienced Group Financial manager to join their Finance team. If you value a stable working environment with genuine people-focused values, this opportunity will be the perfect fit for you.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Financial Manager is responsible for leading and strengthening the financial management function by ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, effective budgeting and forecasting, robust internal controls, and well-structured systems and procedures.
With a strong existing accounting team in place, the Financial Manager’s focus will be on management, oversight, analysis, systems, and strategy. The incumbent will work closely with the Directors to professionalise financial operations, improve management information, and support the business through its next phase of growth.
Responsibilities
- Establish strong financial governance, controls, and management information systems.
- Deliver accurate and insightful financial reporting to support decision-making.
- Lead and mentor the finance department and develop its people.
- Support the implementation and optimisation of IQ Retail across all branches.
- Build a structured financial framework to enable sustainable business growth.
- Provide strategic financial input and advice to management and directors.
- Financial Leadership & Strategy to a group of companies
- Financial Reporting and Documentation
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management
- Financial Systems & Internal Controls
- Debtors & Creditors Management
- Stock Control & Costing
- Compliance, Taxation & Audit
- Risk & Insurance
- Team Leadership and Collaborations
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related fieldProfessional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, SAIPA) is strongly preferred.Minimum 8 years’ relevant financial management experienceExposure to multi-entity / retail / distribution environments advantageousStrong experience managing finance teams and implementing systemsDemonstrable expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysisAdvanced Excel and system reporting proficiencyKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Knowledge :
IFRS for SME’s, Companies Act, Tax and VAT legislationFinancial management across multi-branch or retail operationsAdvanced understanding of ERP financial systemsSkills :
Strategic financial planning and business partneringLeadership and people developmentExcellent communication and stakeholder managementAnalytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilityCompetencies :
Commercial acumen and strategic thinkingIntegrity, professionalism and accountabilityStructured, organised and detail-orientedChange leadership and adaptabilityHow to apply
TO APPLY :
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