Financial Manager (JB5707) (Agriculture)

Kontak Recruitment; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Manager in Roodepoort. The role involves financial operations management for multiple entities in agriculture, reporting to the CFO, and engaging with high-value clients. Candidates must be newly qualified Chartered Accountants (CA(SA)) with experience in finance, preferably with a background in agriculture. This position offers significant growth potential and a competitive salary package of R1.1 million CTC per annum.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Mentorship from CFO

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)).
• 2–3 years post-articles experience.
• Experience in agriculture is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations of 7 entities valued at R350 million.
• Report to the CFO as the second-in-command.
• Engage with agricultural clients and support investment decisions.

Skills

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Financial management

Client relationship management

Education

CA(SA)

Job description

Overview

Financial Manager (JB5707) (Agriculture) – Ruimsig, Johannesburg. R900 - 1.1 million CTC per annum. Permanent | Full-Time | Travel Required.

An established venture capital firm founded in 2020, has grown rapidly with a diversified portfolio of investments across agriculture, banking, and financial services. Seeking a dynamic Financial Manager to act as the 2IC to the CFO and manage the financial operations of multiple entities valued at over R350 million. This is a highly entrepreneurial and client-facing role, offering exposure to diverse sectors, investment acquisitions, and NCR-licensed operations.

The ideal candidate will bring technical excellence, commercial acumen, and the ability to engage confidently with clients across industries, particularly in agriculture. This is a role for a driven professional who thrives under pressure, is open to growth, and is excited by the opportunity to contribute to an ambitious and expanding business.

Minimum Requirements

• Newly Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))
• 2–3 years post-articles experience
• Experience or background in agriculture (advantageous)
• Banking or insurance articles / banking background highly beneficial
• Fully office-based with willingness to relocate if required
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport (travel to clients required monthly or bi-monthly)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the financial operations of 7 entities with a collective value of R350 million.
• Report directly to the CFO and act as second-in-command (2IC) in driving financial strategy and oversight.
• Oversee investment management and ensure compliance with NCR requirements.
• Prepare, review, and present financial reports, forecasts, and budgets to stakeholders.
• Engage with farming and agricultural clients, building relationships and supporting investment-related decisions.
• Travel across South Africa to meet with clients, assess opportunities, and maintain investor confidence.
• Participate in business growth initiatives, including potential client-facing presentations and investment negotiations.
• Support the CFO in strategic decision-making, financial planning, and risk management.
• Ensure effective cashflow, treasury, and asset management across entities.
• Contribute to process improvement, financial controls, and operational efficiencies.

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to a diverse investment portfolio with high-growth potential
• Direct mentorship from the CFO and opportunity to act as strategic 2IC
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment with significant room for growth
• Competitive salary package of R1.1 million CTC per annum
• National travel exposure and relationship-building with high-value clients
• Play a key role in a fast-growing venture capital company shaping the future of finance and agriculture

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