Finance Manager - Logistics & Transport

We are seeking a dynamic, highly analytical, and strategic Financial Manager to lead our client's finance department.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving strategic decision-making, and ensuring rigorous compliance and reporting standards are met. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives under pressure, champions continuous learning, and possesses the cultural awareness needed to build strong internal and external relationships.
If you have a proven track record in corporate financial planning and team leadership, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

- Financial Strategy & Reporting
○ Prepare accurate financial statements, business activity reports, and financial forecasts.
○ Analyse market trends to identify expansion opportunities and maximize profitability.
○ Review financial reports continuously to identify and implement cost-reduction strategies.
○ Partner with senior management to guide and support key financial and business decisions.
○ Manage comprehensive budgeting and financial reporting processes.

- Operational Finance & Cashflow Management
○ Drive cashflow planning, release payments, and manage fund transfers between accounts.
○ Maintain and manage petty cash, credit card cashbooks, and salary account cashbooks.
○ Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate depreciation.
○ Manage and calculate interest, loan accounts, current portion loans, and amortization schedules.
○ Process comprehensive financial reconciliations, including balance sheet and payroll journals/reconciliations.

- Compliance, Audits & Governance
○ Monitor all financial details to ensure strict adherence to legal and statutory requirements.
○ Oversee and execute VAT reconciliations, submissions, and audits.

○ Manage both Annual and Standard Bank audits, as well as Stats SA submissions.

○ Act as Section 24 Manager, driving Employment Equity management and implementation.

○ Oversee Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment compliance and strategy.

- Team Leadership & Oversight
○ Supervise, mentor, and manage staff responsible for financial reporting and budgeting.

○ Oversee daily departmental functions including Insurance, Debtors (processing credit notes,
cancelling sales orders), and Creditors (signing off invoices and recons).

○ Handle conflict effectively and resolve differences of opinion within the team.

- Systems & IT Administration
○ Maintain, set up, and manage accounting software (Pastel), including user rights and database
management for the broader group.

○ Assist with IT-related planning, system replacements, and general tech troubleshooting.

○ Perform all other related duties and ad hoc tasks as required by the business.

Requirements

- Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in financial management or accounting.
- Tech-savvy with strong systems administration capabilities (experience with Pastel is essential).
- A robust understanding of corporate financial planning, risk management, and investment strategies.
- Industry-specific knowledge (logistics/transport) will be considered a strong advantage.
- Highly strategic and analytical mindset with uncompromising accuracy and attention to detail.
- Exceptional leadership and strong communication skills. Heightened cultural awareness with the
ability to relate to diverse groups and build strong relationships.
- Ability to thrive and cope under pressure during high-volume periods. Highly adaptable to changing
environments.
- Driven, energetic, honest, and grounded in strong values with a dedication to continuous
learning.