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.