FINANCIAL MANAGER (STEEL)

WORXS4U RECRUITMENT

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Job Description:

An established and growing steel merchant / distributor is seeking a seasoned Financial Manager to take ownership of its financial function and support the next phase of strategic growth.
This is not a purely operational finance role. The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening financial controls, implementing robust frameworks, improving reporting accuracy, and aligning financial strategy with long-term business expansion. Reporting into Executive Management, the Financial Manager will oversee the full financial function while building stronger governance, compliance, forecasting, and risk management processes.

Minimum Requirements
• Tertiary qualification in Finance / Accounting
• Minimum 15 years’ relevant financial experience
• Experience within steel, manufacturing, or industrial environment highly advantageous
• Strong exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Proven experience implementing financial controls and governance structures
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• ERP system experience
• Bilingual (Afrikaans & English) advantageous
• Own reliable transport
• Gauteng-based
• CA(SA) advantageous but not essential.

Key Competencies
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Detail-oriented with strong governance mindset
• Confident communicator at management level
• Change agent capable of improving systems and structure

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Develop and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts
• Prepare detailed cash flow projections and liquidity planning models
• Perform variance analysis and provide actionable financial insights
• Deliver monthly management reports with KPI analysis and performance commentary
• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modelling and scenario analysis
• Provide financial input into pricing strategies and margin optimisation

Financial Controls & Governance
• Establish and implement strong internal controls and financial policies
• Review and strengthen financial processes and approval frameworks
• Ensure segregation of duties and compliance with best practice standards
• Improve financial reporting accuracy and consistency
• Develop a structured month-end and year-end closing process
• Identify system and process inefficiencies and implement corrective measures

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
• Manage working capital effectively (debtors, creditors, inventory)
• Monitor daily cash flow position and optimise liquidity
• Implement debtor management and credit control improvements
• Improve stock control and cost tracking systems
• Align procurement and payment cycles to optimise cash flow

Investment & Capital Management
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analysis
• Support decisions around funding, financing, and capital structuring
• Assist with potential expansion planning and long-term investment strategy

Risk Management
• Identify financial and operational risk exposures
• Implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements
• Oversee audit preparation and external compliance processes

Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts
• Ensure statutory compliance (VAT, Tax, PAYE, etc.)
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors
• Maintain regulatory compliance standards
• Ensure accurate financial statement preparation

Systems & Technology
• Optimise the use of ERP / accounting systems
• Introduce automation and data-driven reporting tools where possible

Job Location:

Johannesburg , Gauteng

Employment Type:

Full time

Location Type:

Work from office

Company Overview

About Us:

Worxs4u Recruitment is a leading recruiting company that specializes in the Steel and Allied industry. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we have established ourselves as a trusted provider in the industry.
Since our establishment in 1995 we have been dedicated to delivering high-quality candidates that cater to the diverse needs of our clients. Our team of skilled professionals combines their expertise with the latest technologies and industry best practices to ensure that our offerings meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

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