Financial Manager

Joubert & Associates; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established fruit packing and cooling enterprise in Paarl seeks a seasoned Financial Manager to oversee daily financial management and support strategic development. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and at least 5 years post qualification experience, demonstrating strong management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post qualification experience.
• Experience in managing a team.
• Professional integrity and honesty.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all day-to-day financial management aspects.
• Providing accurate financial reports to GM and Board.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

BAcc / BCom

CA / CIMA / SAIPA

Job description

Stellenpak, a well-established fruit packing and cooling enterprise in Paarl, serving a niche market segment in the fruit industry, is looking for a seasoned Financial Manager to join the team.

The incumbent will be responsible for all the day-to-day financial management aspects of the company and will provide support to the General Manager with development of strategy. The incumbent must supply the GM and Board with accurate and timeous financial reports to ensure that strategic decisions can be made and implemented.

Key Performance Areas :

• Timeous and accurate monthly management accounts
• Budget and forecasting
• Cash flow planning and management
• Monthly reconciliations, accruals and journals
• Income Tax and VAT compliance
• Year-end audit preparation
• Reviewing and improving internal financial controls (risk management)
• Staff management and support to the finance team

Requirements :

Relevant tertiary qualification (BAcc / BCom)

Relevant professional registration will be advantageous (CA / CIMA / SAIPA)

At least 5 years post qualification experience

Experience in managing a team

Commercially-minded and entrepreneurial aptitude

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Multi-tasking ability and ability to prioritise

Management and leadership aptitude

Deadline-orientated

Well-developed communication and administration skills

An individual who is a team player and willing to walk the extra mile

Professional integrity and honesty to deliver an excellent standard of work