About the job Finance ManagerHead Office RoleA leading Automotive Company is looking for a Financial Manager. The successful candidate will have a Financial BCom Degree and 5+ years experience in a Financial Manager Role preferably in the Motor Industry.MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS:1. All financial reporting, policies and procedures, while driving reporting excellence2. Provision of support to functional leaders with respect to financial reporting3. Development and continued integration of financial systems4. Project budgeting, forecasting and cash flow forecasting5. Business analysis including monitoring6. Team leadership and training of local staff7. Key Responsibilities include: Management of the Finance & Administration Departmenta. Lead and manages the finance team ensuring all areas are functioning effectively (including taxation, cost management, accounting, payroll and reporting)b. Oversee administrative functionsc. Oversee all vendor contracts including sourcing, negotiation and ensuring appropriate agreements, execution and service levelsd. Ensure that all activities are done according to budget and forecastse. Plan, organise and control the high level activities related to the departmentf. Develop and maintain progression and succession plans for the department as per company and HR guidelines; this includes the development, implementation and maintenance of a department skills matrix among other requirementsCosta. Monitor operating budget performance and actively participates in the monthly review processb. Accountable for the preparation of the budget and on delivery (costs and time)c. Negotiate and manage third party service providers in order to reduce costsPlanninga. Plan work according to business requirements and guides all activities accordinglyb. Manage the annual site planning and administrative processPeople & Team Managementa. Develop and encourage a team approach with shared objectivesb. Review and communicate individual and team performances in daily, weekly, monthly team meetingsc. Create and maintain strong relationship with all internal and external stakeholdersd. Active involvement in employee development by mentoring, training and coaching employeesof the departments to enhance overall team skills developmente. Develop and monitor the progress of employee development and progress plansf. Ensure all key people program requirements are met including timely performancemanagement reporting, core training and development programs, etc. g. Ensure the Finance andEXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:1. BCom Accounting degree non-negotiable;2. Advanced excel ability is vital non-negotiable;3. CIMA qualification would be beneficial;4. Minimum 5 - 8 years' relevant experience;5. Motor industry experience would be beneficial, however manufacturing and construction industry would be considered;6. Insurance background would be advantageous;7. Experience mentoring, coaching and building and leading teams with people at all level;8. Demonstrated experience designing and developing financial, cost and performance management reports;9. Experience developing and improving business processes;10. Strong communication skills in English;11. Must possess strong cultural sensitivity and be able to execute work successfully in a dynamic fast paced culture;12. Excellent analytical, organizational and problem solving skills;13. Must be able to demonstrate the values of integrity, respect and collaboration and;14. Demonstrated commitment to ensuring a safe working environment.#J-18808-Ljbffr