Finance Manager, seeks a position as Finance Director /CFO within a manufacturing /supply chain industry.
Although I have exposure to the Supply Chain /Commercial Finance , I thrive in the manufacturing world. I enjoy watching the product/brand being produced & route to market , end to end reaching the customer.
(Compliance with policies & procedures - Standard Operation Processes
Game Plan to achieve company goals & objectives-Planning & Analysis
Produce high quality, accurate, timely and relevant financial information
Support Finance Projects , Systems , 3rd Parties(internal & external stakeholders)
Business Partner to other support functions ( Treasury, Tax , IT, M&A)
People Growth & Development - Succession Planning)

Company classification: Manufacturing / OEM ( Tier 1 & 2) (products, equipment and/or machinery) Industry in: FMCG Beverage Processing - Mineral Water | Soft Drinks Highest formal qualification and other: Masters CPA / CFA / CMA / CGA / CA Discipline: Other Years of experience range: f. 16 to 20 years (e. More than 10 years management) Annual package range: South African Rand - ZAR Annual package range: 1.85 mil - 2.0 mil, per annum Nationality: South African Home and other languages: Afrikaans, English Gender: Female Ethnicity: Indian Candidate location: South Africa Location preference: I am open to positions both nationally and internationally.

Achievements:
Spearheaded a ZAR 62 million quarterly cost-saving initiative by implementing a group-wide SAP Automated System and developing a Delivery Cost Recovery Budget Model.
Designed, developed, and successfully rolled out the TEMS PRP Solutions System across the entire Soft Drink Division (adapted from brewery operations), delivering optimised management of Supply Chain manufacturing/warehouse overtime and labour relations rest periods.
Delivered ZAR 28 million in third-party HOSAF Resin savings through detailed cost-centre mapping, accurate reallocation, and full alignment between Supply Chain regional stores and COF actuals.
Directed the end-to-end commissioning of a new ZAR 80 million canning line, managing complete CAPEX processes and RFA Charter development.

Contribution Compass Profile: Conductor

Activating: 22.71 Inspiring: 22.71 Sustaining: 24.54 Refining: 30.04

The Conductor is one of the eight natural energy profiles identified by the online profiling tool Contribution Compass that Enshrine Placements have incorporated into their recruitment process to help improve employee engagement. Putting the right profiles together means deliberately structuring your team to function at its optimum.
In this video we address some questions to demonstrate how a Conductor can leverage the most value for your team.

Online Interview Questionnaire

Primary purpose of current/most recent position:

Predicting profitability (P&L) -Financial Planning & Analysis, Global Harmonisation ( systems enhancements) , encourage GRC - best practice governance with Finance & Non _Finance staff.
Maximise revenue and enhance efficiency by streamlining daily activities, waste reduction and continuous improvements.

Core elements or functions that must operate effectively in order to achieve primary purpose:

Communication & Supporting People within the organisation
Streamlined Process Standardisation creating harmonisation
Project Management - Global Systems-ERP
SOX - SARBANES Oxley Accounting Audit Principles
Working Capital ( Balance Sheet ) , P&L

Description of self, along with greater purpose and passions:

I am a forward thinking Finance Professional, who has worked for World Class Manufacturing Bottlers & FMCG's for over a decade assisting stakeholders achieve Operational Financial Excellence .
I believe in a whole business mindset , working in complex , fast paced complex cross functional environments . I have a great passion for the Supply Chain / Manufacturing /Logistics Finance Compliance Systems coupled with being Commercially & Legally (Ethically) astute .
I have a proven track record for taking on challenges & New Projects, achieving beyond expectations- I have added huge cost savings as a value add by streamlining processes, Systems Modelling & SOP's complemented with working with multiple stakeholders.
I am committed to Business Values, Ethics, Vision - encourage people development & lead by working & winning together as a team, achieving at a high standard. I believe in encouraging innovative thinking amongst my team members by challenging team members .
I work well & able to communicate & be influential with different stakeholders.

Detail orientated, methodical , proficiency to deep dive & analyses , while focusing on best practice , proactive & work at high efficiency levels in fast paced ,complex environments, mitigating risk. Strong understanding of SCMAT & SHEQ , OHS Standards.
I am a reliable Finance Professional, I bring to prospective employers my ability to identify transformation methods , to maximise revenue and enhance efficiency by streamlining daily activities, waste reduction and continuous improvements.

Ideal business title:

Finance Director /CFO within a manufacturing /supply chain industry.
Although I have exposure to the Supply Chain /Commercial Finance , I thrive in the manufacturing world. I enjoy watching the product/brand being produced & route to market , end to end reaching the customer.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities of ideal position:

Compliance with policies & procedures - Standard Operation Processes
Game Plan to achieve company goals & objectives-Planning & Analysis
Produce high quality, accurate, timely and relevant financial information
Support Finance Projects , Systems , 3rd Parties(internal & external stakeholders)
Business Partner to other support functions ( Treasury, Tax , IT, M&A)
People Growth & Development - Succession Planning

Skill area of competence:

SAP ERP Superuser , Transformation business needs
Financial Planning & Analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting
Procurement Negotiations
Export /Demand Planning - Commodities ( Raw Materials)
3PL warehouse Management
Continuous Improvement

Career summary:

Paper & Pulp Packaging Manufacturing (1 Year)
Food & Beverage Manufacturing (12 Years)
Export /Shipping -2 Years

What do you absolutely love doing:

I am an "early bird" , I have a plan to achieve something first thing in the morning either meditation or an exercise routine - it sets the tone for the day to achieve something fruitful today.
I have an enquiring mind & have a reputation to deep dive & find the root cause , resulting in recurring solution. I manage conflict well by looking for strengths rather than problems especially within diverse teams .
I encourage team buildings , I have tried at least every quarter to encourage a more relaxed day out , people gel well in a more casual environment especially if there are new team members

Ideal company (culture and values):

I have spent most of my career working in an "open door" working policy. I believe , that as a leader my role is to mentor & strategize business goals & values.
Through this mindset people are encouraged to be innovative & think out of the box achieving great results.
I prefer working in an environment that is output driven & performance recognised .
Ethics & communication are also key factors

If you are looking for a Finance Director, then do get in touch.

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