Financial Manager (Ballito)

Recruiter:

Fouche & Co Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN000744/CF

Date posted:

Friday, September 4, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

25 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Ballito - We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Manager to join a Motor Dealership team. This role is critical in ensuring the dealership’s financial health, compliance, and profitability. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial functions, managing budgets, ensuring statutory compliance, and providing strategic insights to support business growth.
As an integral part of the team, you will work closely with colleagues across departments to add value, support operational efficiency, and help drive overall dealership performance.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Oversee the full finance function of the dealership, including accounting, reporting, and compliance.
Prepare and review monthly management accounts, forecasts, and variance analyses.
Manage cash flow, working capital, and dealership budgets.
Monitor and control expenses, ensuring alignment with dealership profitability objectives.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal controls.
Oversee debtors and creditors, stock control, and asset management.
Liaise with auditors, banks, OEMs, and other stakeholders.
Provide financial insights to the Dealer Principal and senior management to support decision-making.
Manage finance staff, ensuring deadlines are met and accuracy maintained.
Integrate within the dealership’s operations and partner with department heads to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximise profitability.
Implement process improvements to strengthen financial reporting and operational performance.

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of motor dealership financial processes (floorplan financing, stock control, VAT, etc.) Advantageous
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management ability.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a finance team.
High attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
Strong proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel. (Kerridge, Automate, or similar dealership systems is a plus)

Qualifications & Experience

BCom Degree in Accounting / Finance (required).
Completed Articles (required).
5+ years’ experience in a financial management role, preferably within a motor dealership environment.
Sound knowledge of IFRS and statutory compliance requirements.
Experience in managing a small to medium finance team.

Remuneration & Benefits

Salary: R25 000 – R50 000 (depending on experience).
Benefits: Provident fund, medical aid,

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted ***

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