Financial Manager

Joubert and Associates; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable wine industry company in Paarl is seeking a dynamic Financial Manager. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in financial management and a postgraduate qualification. This role involves strategic financial oversight, managing financial policies, and working closely with the Executive Management Team. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, knowledge of accounting practices, and proficiency in relevant IT tools. Join us for an opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading organization.

Qualifications

• Relevant postgraduate financial qualification required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in financial management.
• Strong accounting knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial policies and procedures.
• Conduct financial analysis and reporting.
• Oversee the accounting function and audits.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Strategic insight

Self-driven

Knowledge of Companies Act

IT management skills

Education

BCom or BAcc

Professional registration (CA/SAIPA/CIMA)

Tools

MS Office

WineMS

Navision

Job description

Overview

Boland Cellar, situated in the picturesque Paarl area, is a leading brand in the local and international wine industry. The company currently requires the services of a Financial Manager who is a dynamic all-rounder with strong financial acumen looking to grow their career. The successful incumbent will form part of the Executive Management Team and report directly to the CEO.

Responsibilities

• Strategic management in collaboration with Executive Management Team
• Financial management (e.g. budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, forex management, profitability matrix management, etc.)
• Financial analyses and reporting
• Management of accounting function (e.g. journals, reconciliations, audits, tax management, payroll, financial statements, etc.)
• Management of financial policy, procedures and systems
• Company Secretarial Function
• IT network management
• Production costing (e.g. contracts, capital expenditure, budgeting, etc.)
• Analysing new product development costs and product costs in conjunction with the Logistics and Production departments
• Managing HR processes

Requirements

• Relevant post graduate financial qualification (BCom / BAcc)
• Professional registration advantageous (CA / SAIPA / CIMA)
• 8+ years relevant experience with proven experience in Financial Management (preferably in the wine industry)
• Professional knowledge of management accounting and costing
• Good knowledge of Companies Act, tax legislation & regulations
• Good working knowledge and experience in managing IT (hardware, operating systems and applicable packages)
• Practical business insight and intuition
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office, WineMS & Navision)
• Above average analytical and numerical skills
• Strong strategic insight
• Dynamic and self-driven