Financial Manager

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role in the beverage industry? We’re looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to lead the financial and operational heartbeat of our business. This is your chance to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where you’ll contribute to groundbreaking ideas while ensuring excellence in customer service and operational efficiency. If you thrive on ownership, accuracy, and collaboration, we want to hear from you! Purpose The Financial Manager is responsible for the accuracy, reliability, and operational effectiveness of Tiny Keg’s financial function. This role ensures that financial performance is clearly understood, that resources are managed responsibly, and that the business has the information and systems required to scale effectively. The Financial Manager partners closely with leadership and operational teams to shape financial strategy, monitor execution discipline, and support informed decision‑making. The role actively improves processes, strengthens data integrity, and ensures that the company operates with strong financial oversight while retaining agility. Headline Responsibilities Cash Flow & Working Capital Management Budgeting & Forecast Cost Margin Analysis Inventory & Cost of Goods Control Systems, Data & Process Design Reporting & Insight Development Cross-Functional Collaboration & Team Development Qualifications required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Completed articles or equivalent accounting qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, or similar preferred). Knowledge and Skills requirements Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG. Experience with cost accounting and inventory control is advantageous. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in financial software (e.g., Xero, Sage, or similar) and Excel. Leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate a small team. Competencies and Attributes Ownership and Commitment: Take initiative and demonstrate accountability for the quality and timeline of outcomes. Self‑motivated to stay focused and committed to a task. Take action and responsibility to achieve goals. Teamwork: Work effectively in teams to contribute to achieving team results and spirit. Builds constructive and authentic relationships that are mutually beneficial and supportive. Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Able to conduct and/or evaluate tasks meticulously and thoroughly. Able to deliver outputs accurately and on standard. Communication: Communicate verbally and written information clearly and concisely. Create a positive communication environment for interactions. Deliver presentations professionally and with confidence. Adhere to meeting guidelines and protocols. Resilience: Able to work under pressure and recover quickly and fully in challenging and difficult situations and circumstances. This includes adapting successfully when challenged or dealt with in a negative manner. Results‑driven: Accept, set, and tackle challenging goals to continue to improve performance. Client focus: Focus on client needs, take responsibility for client’s experience. Salary Base salary will be dependent on experience. Hours Full‑time position (Monday‑Friday). Due to the volume of applications that we receive daily, please note that if you have not received any feedback within 7 days of your initial application, kindly accept your application as unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tiny Keg Canning Co (Pty) Ltd