Financial Manager: Grain

TWK Agri; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Pretoria is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee financial activities and provide strategic guidance to senior management. Responsibilities include managing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and compliance functions, as well as optimizing financial performance through strategic financial analysis. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, be a Chartered Accountant, and have 5-7 years of experience in financial management, with strong analytical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5 – 7 years’ experience in financial management.
• Extensive knowledge of financial management principles.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Prepare and present financial forecasts and reports.
• Manage cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity.

Skills

Financial management principles

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Tools

Financial software and tools

Job description

TWK Agri has the following vacancy available: Financial Manager within the Grain division at Pretoria, Gauteng.

Job Summary

The Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial activities, ensuring the financial health of the organisation, and providing strategic guidance to senior management. This role involves managing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, compliance functions, working capital, process optimisation, internal controls, pricing strategies and production cost monitoring to optimise financial performance.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals
• Conduct financial analysis and modelling to assess risks and opportunities
• Prepare and present financial forecasts and reports to senior management
• Assist the Finance Executive and lead the annual budgeting process with input from department heads
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations
• Revise forecasts to reflect changing business conditions
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Oversee financial report consolidation across business units
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• 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
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies and regulations (incl. SAFEX)
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits
• Manage capital expenditure projects in line with strategic goals
• Monitor ROI and performance of key investments
• Develop and manage competitive, profit‑focused pricing strategies
• Ensure pricing accuracy and maintain pricing controls
• Analyse production costs and identify trends or variances
• Collaborate with production to drive cost‑saving initiatives
• Report on production cost performance and suggest improvements
• Review and enhance financial processes for efficiency and accuracy
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions across teams
• Design, implement and update internal control systems
• Train staff on control procedures and ensure compliance
• Lead and mentor the finance team to drive continuous improvement
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional development
• Communicate financial insights to non‑financial stakeholders
• Prepare board presentations and align finance with organisational goals

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))
• 5 – 7 years’ experience in financial management
• Extensive knowledge of financial management principles and practices
• Understanding of the industry and its financial dynamics
• Familiarity with financial regulations, compliance standards and risk management
• Proficiency in financial software and tools
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and ability to influence decision making
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Bilingual (Afrikaans and English) (advantageous)
• Valid Driver’s License (Code 08)
• Willing to travel

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