Group Financial Manager - Distribution - Western Cape

About the position

A well-known and leading fresh produce supplier into local and international markets requires the above to support and achieve the group’s objectives by working closely with the CFO and the financial team to ensure that the full accounting / financial functions are performed.
Minimum requirements for the role:

• A Chartered Accountant or CIMA or BCom Hons, or related qualification is essential for the role.
• Previous experience having worked within a senior accounting management role is essential.
• Must have strong entrepreneurial and management skills.
• The successful candidate must be computer literate with strong Excel experience.
• Must be able to manage and develop external relationships with auditors, banks, government authorities and advisors.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach when working with internal and overseas employees and senior management.
• Knowledge on imports & exports is preferred.
• Previous experience having worked with multiple currencies is preferred.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Overseeing and strategically managing the company's finances and operations of the business.
• Overseeing the financial strategic planning of the company by evaluating its performance and potential risks.
• Performing regular financial analysis.
• Developing budgets that meet the requirements of company departments.
• Establishing targets and managing all accounting and finance employees including management accountants and internal auditors.
• Supervising all audit and internal control processes.
• Preparing detailed reports on the company’s financial performance.
• Guaranteeing compliance with financial laws and guidelines.
• Recognising patterns in company spending, and revenue, and recommending solutions to any problem areas.
• Reviewing financial costing models.
• Managing and driving the supply chain and operations of the business.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

Desired Skills:

• Western Cape
• Distribution
• Financial Manager
• Group Financial Manager
• Finance