Finance Controller

6 days ago


Stellenbosch, South Africa COFCO International North America Full time

Ensure independent and accurate accounting and operational reporting to offer support to COFCO’s farming operations.

This is a very hands-on, high visibility role and will require intensive commitment.

Role & Responsibilities

Execute usual accounting functions, which include operating the general ledger system and monthly close responsibilities
Ensure accurate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses, including per hectare analysis and comparisons to budgets
Prepare monthly account reconciliations per commodity
Prepare farmer reconciliations and profitability analysis and reconciliations
Compile and manage the budget vs. actual report
Inventory Control
Co-ordination pivot between farming operational and accounting teams
Preparation of operational reports in support to Farming Manager
Compile Daily PNL Report
Review Trade Position Accuracy
Preparation for internal and external audits
Improvements to procedures and data integrity
**VAT**: Diesel Submission (monthly) and Rebate journal
IFRS9 Leases
**Daily BC interface (to be automated)**: Creditor recons and Payment’s release
Managing the ERP system BC (COFCO Farming System)
Any ad-hoc duties that may arise from time-to-time

**Other**:
Assist Farming Operations with the Farming “Schedule A”
Point of contact for any Financial Farming Operation questions
Assistance to the Business Control Manager in training of other staff members within the team

Essential skills
Excellent leadership skills
Ability to work cross functional with senior management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Computer Literacy (MS Excel - advanced)
Aptitude for continuous system enhancements and automation
Numerical reasoning and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure while always maintaining excellent attention to detail and high a degree of accuracy.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
Preference will be given to individuals with exposure to the agriculture industry and Farming background
Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
Minimum of 3 years’ work experience
Afrikaans 1st language

Desirable skills
Grain and Agri industry and commodities trading background
SAP financial modules experience
ERP experience
Ability to work independently with mínimal review required
Planning, organising and excellent time management skills
Critical thinker with emotional resilience to overcome obstacles


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