Senior Specialist Commercial

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource company in Limpopo is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee key performance metrics and financial systems. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate qualification in Business or Finance, along with 3-7 years of finance experience, including management. The role emphasizes a commitment to safety and operational excellence while enhancing financial performance. Join a team committed to innovation and a respectful workplace environment, and make a lasting impact in the mining industry.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of finance experience, with at least 1-2 years in a management role.
• Proficient knowledge of financial accounting and reporting.
• Experience in financial management systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial performance and reporting for operational needs.
• Create a safety culture and ensure zero harm principles.
• Liaise effectively with key business contacts across functions.

Skills

Financial accounting and reporting

SAP

Accounts Administration systems

Management experience

Analytical skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Grade 12

Tools

Financial Management systems

Job description

Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.

Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Job Description

The role is accountable for remaining up to date with key performance and financial matters at the operations and for developing a deep understanding of the KPIs and cost drivers that impact business performance.

Safety

• Create a safety culture through productive and authorised operational systems/processes that allow all employees (including contracting partners) to provide their output in a risk-controlled environment. Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.

Performance and Delivery

• Design, implement, and maintain financial systems required to support operational needs.
• Standardize financial reporting and ensure consistent implementation of processes across the operation.
• Assist in the design and implementation of new management information systems to enhance financial performance and reporting.
• Develop and set up financial projects aligned with operational and strategic objectives.
• Prepare and manage financial expenditure within agreed parameters and budgetary guidelines.
• Produce monthly management reports highlighting key issues, value drivers, and trend analysis.
• Prepare updated forecasts, including sensitivity analysis, and assess risks and opportunities impacting Valterra Platinum’s results.
• Provide timely and accurate analysis, challenge assumptions, and deliver insightful reviews of value drivers and performance reports (budgets, forecasts, and actuals).
• Continuously analyze operational and financial performance throughout the year, anticipating and resolving issues proactively.
• Identify and evaluate the impact of operating anomalies, adverse financial trends, policy changes, and reporting requirements on financial results.
• Monitor, review, and follow up on control and reporting issues, ensuring adherence to Valterra Platinum policies and procedures.
• Apply and maintain cost accounting standards for the operation.
• Ensure financial practices comply with internal and external standards and regulatory requirements.
• Guide team members to operate within agreed financial parameters and procedures.
• Manage exceptional re-allocation of labour and/or working hours within the team when required.
• Adjust plans and schedules to minimize the impact of unexpected challenges on financial outcomes.
• Liaise effectively with key business contacts and build strong working relationships across functions.
• Participate in Valterra Platinum-led performance and diagnostic reviews, providing supporting analysis to Corporate Finance, Investor Relations, Operations Optimization, and Taxation.
• Share and reapply best practices in financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Postgraduate qualification in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics.

One or more of the following Professional Certifications will be an added advantage:

• CA (SA) – Chartered Accountant (South Africa)
• CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• CFA – Chartered Financial Analyst

Experience & Skills

• 3 - 7 years’ experience finance experience of which at least 1- 2 years’ management experience
• Accounts Administration system
• Proficient knowledge of financial accounting and reporting
• Proficient knowledge and experience in Financial Management systems, including SAP

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender-based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.