Location: Germiston, GautengRequirements:Degree in Finance/Accounting5 years of experience as a Financial ManagerMust have experience within the logistics/distribution/freight forwarding industry (non-negotiable)Must be willing to undergo a polygraph testMust be able to cope with pressure depending on work volumes.Able to handle conflict and resolve differences in opinion.Bust be tech savvy.Must have a strong understanding of corporate financial planning, risk management, and investment strategies.Responsibilities:Prepare and analyze financial statements, business activity reports, and forecasts to ensure accurate and timely reporting.Monitor financial activities to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.Supervise and lead teams involved in financial reporting, budgeting, and related activities.Review financial reports and identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.Analyze market trends to identify potential areas for profit maximization and business expansion.Provide financial insights and recommendations to management to support informed decision-making.Oversee cash flow planning to ensure liquidity and effective financial management.Manage payment releases and facilitate fund transfers between accounts.Administer and track petty cash disbursements and reconciliation.Maintain and update the asset register, including overseeing depreciation calculations and management.Manage the credit card cashbook to ensure accurate records of expenditures.Oversee the salary account cashbook, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.Lead and manage staff in various financial functions and departments, including:InsuranceDebtors managementCreditors managementPayroll journals and reconciliationsBalance sheet reconciliationsLoan management, including current portion loans and interest calculationsVAT reconciliations, submissions, and auditsAmortization schedules and related reportingEnsure timely and accurate reporting for external bodies, including Statutory Authorities (e.g., Stats SA).Support budgeting processes and financial planning, including regular reporting.Manage and oversee the annual audit process, including interactions with auditors and preparation of supporting documentation.Coordinate rate increases, ensuring alignment with financial strategies.Oversee debtor processes, including credit note processing, cancellation of sales orders, and related actions.Supervise creditor processes, including invoice sign-off and reconciliation activities.Lead IT-related activities, including the maintenance and setup of Pastel accounting software, user rights management, and database access for the organization.Ensure effective Section 24 management, including Employment Equity (EE) management and implementation.Oversee Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) compliance and strategic alignment.