Agricultural Finance Manager

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Industry exposure

Stable and growing company

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Agricultural Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and strategy for multiple farming and processing units in the Northern Cape. The role emphasizes budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and strategic financial insights for senior leadership.

The position supports a hybrid work arrangement, enabling collaboration across locations while maintaining on-site presence as needed to drive financial excellence in a dynamic agricultural enterprise.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CA(SA), CMA, or ACCA are highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management accounting principles.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Solid knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts for agricultural operations.
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Manage cash flow, optimize working capital, and ensure adequate funding for operations.
• Conduct financial risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate financial exposure.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Evaluate the financial viability of new projects and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with operational managers to improve financial performance and efficiency.
• Support the implementation of financial systems and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CA(SA), CMA, or ACCA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent agricultural conglomerate, is seeking a skilled Agricultural Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and strategy within their diverse farming and processing units located in the Northern Cape region. This role is crucial for ensuring the financial health and sustainable growth of the business. You will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and providing strategic financial insights to senior management. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for collaboration with teams across different locations while providing flexibility for remote work. You will play a vital role in driving financial excellence and supporting the strategic objectives of the agricultural enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts for agricultural operations.
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Manage cash flow, optimize working capital, and ensure adequate funding for operations.
• Conduct financial risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate financial exposure.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Evaluate the financial viability of new projects and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with operational managers to improve financial performance and efficiency.
• Support the implementation of financial systems and processes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CA(SA), CMA, or ACCA are highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management accounting principles.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Solid knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Experience in risk management and financial modeling is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, managing responsibilities both remotely and on-site as needed.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to lead financial strategy for a significant agricultural business.
• Exposure to a dynamic and essential industry.
• Professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
• A flexible hybrid work model contributing to work-life balance.
• Be part of a stable and growing company with a significant impact on the agricultural economy.