Finance Manager – Lead Financial Excellence

About the role

The organization is a well‑established healthcare provider in Durban seeking a Finance Manager to own the finance function and partner with senior leadership. The role focuses on driving operational excellence through strategic financial insight and strong governance.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly financial reports and management accounts.
• Analyse performance, identify efficiency opportunities and implement improvements.
• Maintain and strengthen financial controls and governance frameworks.
• Manage the general ledger, trial balance and balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Monitor working capital, cash flow, debtors and capital expenditure.
• Conduct investment evaluations and financial modelling.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to improve financial performance.
• Coordinate internal and external audit processes and ensure compliance.

Required profile

• BCom degree or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification is highly advantageous.
• Minimum five years’ experience in a financial management role.
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements and driving efficiencies.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial planning expertise.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• SAP