FINANCIAL MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Citrusdal area – Western Cape: The successful candidate will be responsible for the full financial function, including monthly management accounts, budgeting, cash-flow management, VAT and SARS compliance, creditors, debtors, payroll oversight, banking, export finance, costing and financial analysis.
The position also provides financial support across our farming, production, packhouse, logistics and export operations.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field. At least 3-5 years' relevant accounting\/financial management experience. Experience with full accounting functions and management reporting. Strong Excel skills. Experience with accounting software such as Pastel, Sage or similar. Good understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS requirements. Strong understanding of cash-flow management and budgeting. Valid driver's licence. Agricultural or farming environment. Fresh produce or flower industry. Export businesses. Foreign-currency transactions. Packhouse operations. Agricultural costing. Seasonal labour. A.P., SIZA or other agricultural compliance systems. Export logistics and freight. Banking facilities and working-capital management. Payroll and HR administration. Draftworx, Pastel or other accounting platforms. Crest Payroll, Farm Costing Solutions Payroll for HR related. SKILLS REQUIRED Hands-on and commercially minded. Highly organised and detail-oriented. Comfortable working independently. Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Strong in Excel and financial analysis. A good communicator who can work with both management and operational staff. Able to identify problems and investigate the underlying causes. Proactive rather than purely reactive. Able to explain financial information in a practical and understandable manner. Trustworthy and able to handle confidential financial information. Comfortable working in a fast-paced agricultural environment. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Accurate and timely monthly financial reporting. Effective cash-flow management. Accurate VAT, payroll and statutory compliance. Effective debtor and creditor management. Budget preparation and budget-versus-actual reporting. Cost control and identification of financial variances. Accurate accounting records and reconciliations. Effective banking and payment management. Support to management in financial and operational decision-making. Continuous improvement of financial systems and internal controls. ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted