Finance Manager at Unifi Group

About the role

• The South African entity is recruiting a Finance Manager responsible for a broad range of financial duties. This role is suitable for an experienced and qualified finance professional (CA (SA) preferred) who has strong business acumen.
• You will partner with stakeholders, lead the finance team, and drive continuous improvement in a high-performing and evolving environment.
• The ideal candidate has strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is comfortable with new technology, and is motivated to contribute strategically while supporting and developing a collaborative team.

Responsibilities 

• Lead, support and act as subject matter expert (SME) for operational and accounting systems and systems adoption. 
• Oversee finance functions including but not limited to accounts payable, reporting, FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, tax, compliance, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
• Produce quality insights to influence strategy.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and enhance financial integrity through strong controls and drive continuous improvement processes.
• Engage with funders, regulators, and other external stakeholders.
• Support treasury funding programmes and due diligence processes.
• Monitor financial performance, identify cost efficiencies, and assess business risks.
• Drive and support a high performance culture through collaboration with operational teams, mentor the finance department and supporting senior management.
• Additional duties as assigned by the CFO from time to time.

Requirements

• BCom Honours Degree and SAICA completed, preferably Qualified CA (SA).
• Minimum 4 years post articles experience with proven results as a Finance Manager in commerce.
• Prior retail and financial services experience advantageous, but not mandatory.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and good understanding of Tax principles.
• Knowledge of Oracle Netsuite systems would be advantageous.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Excel / Google sheets.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment.
• Attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines and produce excellent results.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and change management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Closing Date 31 March 2026