Finance Manager

M3 Human Capital Management (Pty) Ltd; Greyton; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency in Greyton is seeking a Financial Manager to join a growing agribusiness. The role involves developing budgets, managing reporting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a finance degree and extensive experience in finance or related fields. Proficiency in IFRS and communication skills in English are essential. The position offers the opportunity to impact strategic financial decisions within the company.

Qualifications

• CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, controlling, or audit.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and experience with audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update annual budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with South African tax and regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Budgeting knowledge

Cost control

Financial reporting

Communication skills

ERP experience

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP/software

Job description

Overview

Our client, based in the Greyton area, requires an ambitious, hands-on Financial Manager to join their growing agribusiness in South Africa. This role combines operational financial control with strategic potential starting with budgeting, cost control, reporting, and evolving towards broader responsibilities in financial planning, IFRS reporting, audit preparation, and eventually group-level finance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update annual budgets and forecasts. Provide monthly variance analysis (actual vs. budget).
• Monitor day-to-day operating expenses across business units (livestock, viticulture, tourism). Identify inefficiencies and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts. Ensure timely and accurate reporting for internal stakeholders and shareholders.
• Prepare documentation and support external auditors. Ensure compliance with South African tax and regulatory frameworks.
• Assist in preparing reports under IFRS for consolidation purposes. Support alignment with international investors and partners.
• Monitor inflows and outflows, prepare forecasts, and liaise with banks and financial institutions when needed.
• Systems and Processes: Improve accounting and reporting systems (ERP/software). Implement internal controls and financial policies.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field - CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred;
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, controlling, or audit;
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, management reporting, and cost control;
• Familiarity with IFRS and experience with audit processes;
• Experience in agribusiness, FMCG, or tourism sector would be an advantage;
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; ERP experience is a plus;
• Excellent communication skills (English required; Afrikaans or German will be advantageous).

How to apply

Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 6 October 2025.

For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on 021 863 1444.

Note: only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing and Farming

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