Financial Manager (Agriculture)

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent human resource consultancy in South Africa seeks a Financial Manager to oversee budgets, financial analysis, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate must be a registered Chartered Accountant with significant experience in agriculture. Responsibilities also include providing financial insights to enhance productivity and mentoring finance staff, all while adhering to compliance. Competitive salary and growth opportunities included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years’ financial management experience, including 3 years in agriculture.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide financial insights.
• Manage cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity for operations.

Skills

Financial management experience

Proficiency in ERP systems

Strong analytical skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Registered Chartered Accountant CA(SA)

Tools

NetSuite

Sage X3

SAP

Job description

Reference: 10692 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description

• 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 strategicgoals.
  • 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

How to Apply

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.