Financial Manager

Set up Governance and Controls in the Finance function: Oversees the full accounting function development of all accounting process and procedures, determines deadlines for submission Implements and monitors compliance with financial controls and procedures Deals with and resolves all finance related queries/requests from directors (ad hoc basis) Management of the Operational Finance function: Oversees and manages the completion of the monthly management accounts Review and support producer cost invoicing monthly Provides authorisation of weekly payments including producer payments, creditor and Fruit creditor payments Manages communication and liaison with the Reserve to deal with requests or queries and new applications. Deals with current bankers including application for overdrafts and all bank related queries/applications/requests Audit Management: Conducts yearly audit and reviewing of annual financial statements Manages the internal and external auditors Engage with auditors throughout process and respond to queries on tax returns Engages with auditors to identify possible updates and amendments to processes to optimize the accounting system Cash flow Management: Reviews weekly cash flow and request amendments Cash flow management and communication to directors Communicates cashflow situation weekly Budget Management: Gathers budget inputs and compiles first annual budget draft Reviews proposals and updates with directors On approval submit to Board to approve Conducts bi-annual reviews QX finance set-up and maintenance: Yearly set-up of QX for the new season Set-up and maintenance of producer advances on a weekly basis Set-up and maintenance of creditors cost templates Set-up of cost code and maintenance Set-up and maintenance of agent commission New Company Setups and Finance: Assisting with set-up for international structure (specifically around financial systems and procedures) Ensure POPIA compliance across the business Directors meetings and AGM: Preparing board packs Presenting information to directors and shareholders HR Administration: HR function Recruitment/Set-up of new personnel and other ad hoc HR related issues Contracts request input from consultants Provide basic HR administration support Payroll: Submitting information to administrators monthly and reviewing pay slips before execution People Management: Manage the finance team Coach and mentoring of staff Setting of goals and objectives for the finance team CA (SA) qualification 7 years of work experience in a similar role Good communication skills Ability to lead, monitor, and train a finance team where necessary Positive attitude Adaptable and open to new ideas and frequent changes

Location: Bellville, Western Cape, ZA

Posted Date: 7/3/2025