Financial Manager

CA Support; Citrusdal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company located in Citrusdal is looking for an experienced Financial Manager. The successful candidate will ensure tax compliance, manage payroll, and support corporate governance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in finance, compliance, or audit.
• Solid understanding of South African tax and payroll laws.
• Completion of SAICA or SAIPA articles advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to South African tax laws and compliance.
• Process monthly payroll and manage remuneration data.
• Support corporate governance and provide secretarial assistance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft accounting software

Payroll software

Document management software

Job description

Financial Manager

Citrusdal

Our client is a producer, packer, and exporter of quality citrus fruit located in the Citrusdal Valley. The company has a vacancy for a Financial Manager based in Citrusdal.

Financial & Tax Compliance

• Ensure adherence to South African tax laws and oversee compliance in all foreign jurisdictions where the group operates.
• Maintain and update approvals required by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).
• Coordinate and lead both internal and external audit processes.
• Strengthen and monitor internal control systems and compliance frameworks.
• Track developments in financial legislation and adapt policies accordingly.

Corporate Governance & Secretarial Support

• Provide assistance to the Company Secretary in upholding corporate governance principles and statutory obligations.
• Prepare documentation and packs for Board and committee meetings.
• Record accurate minutes of Board and committee proceedings and follow up on action items.

Contract Management & Legal Support

• Assist with the review, monitoring, and administration of contract terms, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to draft, review, and finalise agreements.
• Contribute to due diligence reviews for potential investments.
• Ensure all contracts comply with internal policies and relevant legislation.
• Maintain a structured and up-to-date repository of all commercial agreements.

Payroll & Remuneration Administration

• Process monthly payroll, including benefits, deductions, and reconciliation to the general ledger.
• Keep remuneration data updated for reporting to the Remuneration Committee.

Minimum Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (completion of SAICA or SAIPA articles advantageous).
• At least 3 years’ experience in finance, compliance, or audit.
• Solid understanding of South African tax and payroll laws, IFRS, the Companies Act, King IV, B-BBEE, POPIA, and FIC regulations.
• Proficiency with accounting, payroll, and document management software (Microsoft environment preferred).
• Strong communication, organisational, and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

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