Commercial Financial Manager

About

Our client, a reputable and growing business in the distribution industry, is seeking a Commercial Financial Manager to strengthen their finance function. Operating in a high-volume, performance-driven environment, the company places strong emphasis on efficiency, cost control, and strategic growth.

Reporting to executive management, this role will take ownership of the full financial function while partnering closely with operations and key stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a critical role in aligning financial strategy with commercial objectives, ensuring compliance, and delivering meaningful insights to support decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full financial function, ensuring alignment with business strategy
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports with actionable insights
• Drive the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment to business goals
• Partner with operational teams to improve profitability and drive efficiencies
• Oversee and enhance month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure compliance with financial governance and reporting standards
• Manage working capital, including debtors, creditors, and inventory control
• Provide detailed analysis on margins, pricing, and distribution costs
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
• Oversee capex planning, reporting, and asset utilisation
• Manage audit processes, tax compliance, and deferred tax calculations
• Lead and develop the finance team, driving accountability and performance
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to support strategic initiatives

Job Experience & Skills Required

• CA(SA) qualification is essential
• Minimum of 5–7 years’ post-article experience
• At least 2–3 years’ experience in a finance leadership role
• Strong commercial acumen with proven experience partnering with operations
• Experience within the distribution, logistics, or supply chain sector is highly advantageous
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• High attention to detail with a results-driven mindset
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills