Finance Manager - Logistics & Transport

• 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.