Financial Manager

Overview We are seeking a qualified and experienced Financial Manager to oversee the financial management function within our Animal Feeds division. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and leadership skills attention to detail and a good understanding of manufacturing cost accounting structures. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BCom in Accounting / Finance 5 years experience in financial management and cost accounting Experience in agriculture or feed manufacturing will be an advantage Strong ERP (SAP will be an advantage) and Microsoft Office skills Excellent communication and leadership abilities Detail-oriented with strong analytical and reporting skills Key Performance Areas Strategic management - Monitor financial performance to provide accurate financial insights to guide strategic decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities. Financial management - Manage daily financial activities including cash flow monitoring transaction oversight reconciliations and leading the finance team to ensure operational accuracy and efficiency Risk and compliance management - Monitor financial risks and ensure full compliance with statutory financial and tax regulations internal policies as well as governance frameworks. Reporting - Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports with strict adherence to month-end close deadlines and compliance with internal and external stakeholder requirements. Leadership of employees - Provide effective leadership and mentorship to finance team members fostering a high-performance culture and supporting professional development. Audits - Manage and coordinate internal and external audits including BBBEE reporting and verification while preparing the Annual Financial Statements in compliance with regulatory standards. Ad-hoc - Liaise with external and internal stakeholders with information requests or assisting with various projects. Technical Knowledge / Competencies Experience in the manufacturing environment and cost accounting will be an advantage. Advanced computer literacy (MS Office). Good verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of financial systems (SAP and COGNOS). Exposure to all financial management techniques and principles Behavioural Competencies Analytical ability Business Acumen Accuracy and attention to detail Planning and organising Stress management Result orientated Team player Leadership Skills Closing date : 03 October 2025 Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest. The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRIs Employment Equity Policy. Applicants are informed that in order to be considered for any application for employment we will have to process their personal information. A law known as the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) provides that when one processes anothers personal information such collection retention dissemination and use of that persons personal information must be done in a lawful and transparent manner. In order to give effect to this right we are under a duty to provide you with a number of details pertaining to the processing of your personal information. These details are housed under the HR Processing Notice which can be accessed and viewed on the AFGRI Group website which HR Processing Notice we request that you kindly download and read. Work Level Middle Management Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Centurion Required Experience : Manager Key Skills B2B Sales,Arabic Speaking,Adobe Flash,Executive Support,BI Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr