Finance Manager- Costing (35185)

S Africa; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management for their Potato Production operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management accounting, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead a finance team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and support operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in management accounting and costing.
• Experience with SAP and material management in FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate monthly financial reporting for Potato Production operations.
• Lead annual budgeting and financial activities.
• Analyze and improve internal financial systems for efficiency.

Skills

Accountability

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Taking Initiative

Education

Degree in Accounting

CIMA

Job description

Position Title : Finance Manager Costing

Position Type : Regular FullTime

Requisition ID : 35185

About McCain :

We are passionate about potatoesand were even more passionate about our People!

McCain knows the importance that food plays in peoples lives the power it has to bring people families and communities together. That is why our purpose is celebrating real connections through delicious planetfriendly food. We do this by succeeding together with our teams business and community partners around the world because we know when we work and grow together we succeed together. Be a part of our familyWe are McCain!

Key Performance Areas :

• Ensure accurate monthly financial reporting for the Potato Production operations.
• Lead annual budgeting forecasting and monthend / yearend financial activities.
• Provide weekly and monthly financial reports to management highlighting key insights.
• Ensure financial controls compliance with corporate policies and adherence to internal audit processes.

Cost Control & Process Optimization :

• Analyze and improve internal financial systems and processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage product costings BOMs and material changes.
• Develop and implement internal control improvements for enhanced financial systems.
• Lead costsaving initiatives to reduce Total Production Costs (TPC).

Strategic Decision Support :

• Offer financial insights to support plant operations and strategic decisionmaking.
• Contribute to the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process and monthly forecasting.
• Provide input on operational processes raw grade usage and costing models to drive plant efficiency.

Budget Management :

• Support operational teams in preparing and presenting the annual budget.
• Analyze salary labor costs and overhead recovery rates for accurate budget forecasts.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to align financial goals with business objectives.

Asset & Liability Safeguarding :

• Ensure internal controls are in place to safeguard assets and manage operational risk.
• Oversee stocktakes (e.g. oil coal raw goods) and ensure compliance with safety and security protocols.
• Prepare financial costings for capital projects and monitor postcapitalization savings.
• Lead mentor and develop a team of finance professionals to optimize performance.
• Manage resource allocation training and development initiatives.
• Conduct performance appraisals and support staff development through individualized plans.

Job Holder Requirements :

Education :

• Degree in Accounting / Cost Management Accounting OR Similar.
• CIMA advantageous

Experience :

• 5 7 years experience in management accounting costing BOM Cost and BOM explosions new material master setups SAP SAC material management within FMCG and Manufacturing environment
• Budgeting forecasting & reporting
• Cost Management (including managing PPV)
• People Management
• Manufacturing experience
• Inventory management
• Strong understanding of internal controls
• Good understanding of standard costing and interpretation of variances

Competency :

• Accountability
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Taking Initiative

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse antiracist inclusive meritbased and equitable workplace. As a global familyowned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business stronger.

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Job Family : Finance

Division : South Africa

Company : McCain Foods (S Africa)

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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