Job Description
One of our clients is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to take ownership of the company's financial administration function, with a particular focus on debtors management, cash flow discipline and the automation of financial processes. This is a hands-on, operational role. The successful candidate will not only manage the numbers but actively drive improvements in systems, processes and team performance. They will be a key member of the management team, working closely with Sales, Operations and Marketing to support the business's growth trajectory.
Required Skills & Experience
Non-negotiable requirements
Minimum 5 years experience in financial management, financial control or senior financial administration
Hands-on accounts receivable and credit control experience — not just oversight
Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency
Demonstrable experience implementing process automation in a finance environment
Strong attention to detail, accuracy and operational discipline
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence non-finance teams
Relevant financial qualification — BCom (Accounting / Finance), National Diploma in Financial Management, or equivalent
Preferred experience — strong differentiators
FMCG, distribution or high-transaction-volume environment
Sage Evolution and/or Pastel experience
ERP implementation or significant system improvement project
Experience building automated debtor reminder or collections workflows
Experience building financial dashboards and automated reporting tools
Experience managing or mentoring junior finance or admin staff
Commercial acumen — ability to interpret financial data in a business context
Key Responsibilities
Debtors & Cash Flow
Manage the full accounts receivable function end-to-end
Maintain and enforce strict debt collection procedures
Monitor and report debtor ageing and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
Work closely with the sales team to resolve payment delays, disputes and credit issues
Produce weekly debtor reports and cash flow forecasts for management
Systems & Automation
Identify and implement opportunities to automate financial and administrative processes
Build and maintain automated debtor reminder and collections workflows
Develop and improve financial reporting through automated dashboards and tools
Ensure financial systems support accurate, efficient and auditable data capture
Lead or participate in ERP improvements and system implementation projects
Financial Administration & Controls
Oversee all financial administration and maintain strong internal controls
Manage customer credit limits, credit applications and approvals
Ensure accurate and timely reconciliations across debtors and cash accounts
Support and lead month-end close processes
Maintain financial governance and ensure process compliance across the business
Operational & Cross-Functional Support
Partner with Sales, Marketing and Operations to embed financial discipline
Assist with inventory reconciliation and stock reporting where required
Step into broader operational support when business priorities require it