Financial Manager

Ca Support Cc; South Africa; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ca Support Cc in South Africa seeks a commercially minded Financial Manager to take responsibility for the full financial function and provide strategic financial insight as part of the management team.

The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, while ensuring robust controls and compliance. You will mentor the finance team and drive continuous improvement in financial processes to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' post-article experience in a financial management role.
• 2–3 years' prior management experience.
• Experience in agriculture, fruit production, packing, manufacturing or similar environment is advantageous.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and management accounting experience.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the full financial function of the business.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial and management reports.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, procedures, controls and accounting processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Monitor cost chain, analyse variances and implement corrective actions.
• Analyse costs and profitability and identify opportunities for improved efficiencies and margins.
• Develop and monitor financial and operational KPIs and management reporting.
• Provide financial analysis, insights and decision support to management.
• Manage working capital, including cash flow forecasting and funding requirements.
• Prepare financial statements and coordinate the annual audit.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax and regulatory requirements.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and advise management.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and controls.

Connaissances

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management accounting

Analytical thinking

ERP systems

Excel skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Outils

ERP systems

Accounting software

Description du poste

FINANCIAL MANAGER

Wolseley Area Our client, located in the scenic Breede River Valley, is an established and growing agricultural business involved in the cultivation, packaging and export of various fruit cultivars. They are seeking a commercially minded Financial Manager to take responsibility for the full financial function and provide strategic financial insight as part of the management team.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The successful candidate will oversee the financial function of the business, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while providing meaningful financial analysis and commercial input to support sound decision-making, profitability and sustainable growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full financial function of the business.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial and management reports.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, procedures, controls and accounting processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Monitor the cost chain, analyse variances and implement corrective actions where required.
• Analyse costs and profitability and identify opportunities for improved efficiencies and margins.
• Develop and monitor relevant financial and operational KPIs and management reporting.
• Provide financial analysis, insights and decision support to operational and executive management.
• Manage working capital requirements, including cash flow forecasting and funding requirements.
• Prepare financial statements and coordinate the annual audit process.
• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory, tax and regulatory requirements.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and provide recommendations to management.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls and overall business performance.
• Manage and mentor finance team members, fostering accountability and professional development.

REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' post-article experience in a financial management role.
• Previous management experience of approximately 2–3 years.
• Experience within agriculture, fruit production, packing, manufacturing or a similar operational environment will be advantageous.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and management accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• A proactive and autonomous approach to work.
• High levels of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and task-oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills and a commercial mindset. The position forms an integral part of the management team and requires an individual who can contribute strategically while maintaining the high standards and financial discipline of the business. A competitive remuneration package is offered in line with the candidate's experience and qualifications.