Financial Manager (Automotive)

Financial Manager Vacancy | Johannesburg | Motor Industry HEDZ Recruitment Specialists is recruiting on behalf of a leading automotive group for an experienced Financial Manager . Reporting directly to the CFO, the successful candidate will oversee the full financial function across multiple dealerships while leading a team of accountants and ensuring the highest standards of financial governance and reporting. Key Responsibilities Oversee the full financial function across multiple dealership operations. Prepare and present monthly management accounts and executive financial reports. Lead the budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management processes. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax legislation, internal controls and corporate governance requirements. Oversee creditors, debtors, general ledger, fixed assets and balance sheet reconciliations. Manage OEM financial reporting, manufacturer reconciliations and incentive claim submissions. Direct all month-end and year-end financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting deadlines. Analyse financial performance and provide strategic recommendations to executive management to improve profitability and operational performance. Lead, mentor and develop the finance team. Partner with operational management and the CFO to support sound commercial decision-making and continuous financial improvement. Minimum Requirements Minimum 2 years' experience as a Financial Manager . Minimum 5 years' experience in financial positions within the motor dealership industry. Previous motor dealership experience is essential. Experience working on a Dealer Management System (DMS). Strong dealership accounting systems and financial controls knowledge. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent analytical, leadership and problem-solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines. Fluent in English and Afrikaans. Valid driver's licence. Clear criminal and credit record. If you meet the above requirements and are looking to join a progressive automotive group, we'd like to hear from you.