Financial Manager (Agriculture)

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 750 000 - 950 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR and recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Financial Manager with expertise in agriculture to oversee financial planning, budgeting, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered Accountant qualification, significant financial management experience, and strong leadership skills. You will work closely with agricultural managers to drive profitability and operational performance in Paarl, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years’ financial management experience, including at least 3 years in agriculture or production environments.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience in cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts for agricultural operations.
• Manage cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
• Partner with agricultural managers to provide financial insights.

Skills

Proficiency in ERP systems

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Leadership abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Chartered Accountant CA(SA)

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

NetSuite

Sage X3

SAP

Job description

Financial Manager (Agriculture) job vacancyin Paarl.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning, Analysis & Strategic Management
  • Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts for agricultural operations.
  • Conduct variance analysis between budgeted and actual performance, investigating root causes and recommending corrective actions.
  • Provide financial insights to support production planning and capital expenditure.
  • Develop and manage competitive, profit-focused pricing strategies.
  • Ensure pricing accuracy and maintain pricing controls.
• Financial Management & Control
  • Manage cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
  • Develop cash flow forecasts and optimise working capital.
  • Monitor receivables, payables, and inventory to improve cash cycles.
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports with strict adherence to month-end close deadlines and compliance with internal and external stakeholder requirements.
  • Design, implement, and update internal control systems.
  • Train staff on control procedures and ensure compliance.
• Operational Support
  • Partner with agricultural managers to provide financial insights that improve productivity and profitability.
  • Support decision-making for new crops, land use, and mechanisation projects.
  • Support capital expenditure evaluations and post-implementation reviews of projects in line with strategic
    goals.
  • Monitor ROI and performance of key investments.
• Leadership & Development
  • Manage and mentor finance staff allocated to the agriculture unit.
  • Implement best practices and innovative solutions across teams.
  • Promote a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Registered Chartered Accountant CA(SA) essential.
• Minimum of 5–7 years’ financial management experience, including at least 3 years in an agriculture and/or production environment.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis with a commercial focus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage X3, SAP).
• Strong analytical skills and highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience in cost accounting.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Understanding of the industry and its financial dynamics.