Junior Financial Manager - Johannesburg

Role Purpose Smeg South Africa is seeking a highly capable Junior Financial Manager to support the full financial operations of the South African subsidiary. This role is suited to a hands-on, detail-oriented finance professional who can operate effectively within a lean team structure, manage end-to-end financial processes, and contribute to accurate, compliant, and timely financial reporting. The Junior Financial Manager will play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, supporting commercial decision-making, and maintaining alignment with the reporting and compliance frameworks of the international head office. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in line with group and statutory requirements. Prepare and analyse management accounts, variance analyses, and financial performance insights. Support year-end processes, audit preparation, and engagement with external auditors. Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate transaction processing. Assist with consolidation reporting for submission to the international head office. Budgeting & Forecasting Support annual budget preparation and monthly forecast revisions. Assist with financial modelling, scenario planning, and cash-flow forecasting. Monitor actual vs. budget performance and highlight material deviations. Cash Flow & Treasury Management Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and liquidity analyses. Manage and reconcile bank accounts to ensure accuracy and sufficient working capital. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams with complex or escalated queries. Review reconciliations and aging analyses to ensure timely and accurate processing. Assist with credit control initiatives and debtor management where required. Cost Control & Operational Finance Conduct cost analysis on operational expenditure including imports, warehousing, logistics, and distribution. Assist with margin analysis and pricing support. Partner with Sales, Retail, Service Centre, and Logistics teams to ensure financial alignment and cost efficiency. Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to South African statutory requirements including SARS, VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, and Companies Act compliance. Assist in maintaining and strengthening internal controls and financial governance frameworks. Support regulatory and group compliance reporting obligations. Inventory & Imports Finance Assist with landed cost calculations and import costing processes. Monitor stock movements and shrinkage; perform periodic stock reconciliations. Support the finance function within the broader supply chain environment. Systems, Processes & Automation Assist with ERP and financial system improvements (SAP/QuickBooks/Sage or equivalent). Identify inefficiencies and support continuous process optimisation initiatives. Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of finance standard operating procedures (SOPs). Minimum Requirements Education BCom Finance / BCom Accounting / BCompt or equivalent (required). Honours / CTA advantageous. Part-qualified or aspiring CA(SA), CIMA, or SAIPA advantageous. Experience 24 years experience in finance or accounting roles. Experience in FMCG, retail, or import-driven environments advantageous. Exposure to multinational reporting structures beneficial. Technical Skills Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and IFRS fundamentals. Advanced MS Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modelling). Experience with ERP or financial systems (SAP advantageous). Working knowledge of SARS eFiling, VAT submissions, and tax procedures. Competencies & Attributes High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Integrity, professionalism, and strong ethical standards. Ability to work independently within a small team environment. Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn and grow. Working Conditions Based at the Head Office in Bryanston, Johannesburg. Standard office hours with occasional extended hours during month-end and audit cycles. Interaction with the international finance division may require occasional after-hours communication. Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.