About the position
JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented finance professional with a strong grounding in accounting principles and a sound understanding of the grain/agriculture sector. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can operate effectively both independently and as part of a broader finance team.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (essential)
- 5–7 years of proven experience in a financial accounting role
- Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or CIMA (advantageous but not mandatory)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong working knowledge of financial systems and accounting software
- In-depth understanding of financial accounting standards, compliance requirements, and audit procedures
- Solid grasp of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting
- Experience or knowledge of the Grain industry and its financial structures (preferred)
Responsibilities And Duties
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial records through proper transaction recording, verification, and reconciliation
- Manage the month-end and year-end closure processes
- Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and perform regular audits to resolve discrepancies
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely, accurate processing and reconciliation
- Compile budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with relevant departments
- Analyse budget variances and provide financial recommendations
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and support audit processes
- Conduct financial analysis to highlight trends, risks, and improvement areas
- Oversee inventory accounting and perform physical counts for Grain Marketing
- Manage capital and conduct asset verifications for Grain Marketing and Silo Services
- Monitor and control capital within approved budgets and conduct physical asset verifications for Grain Marketing and Silo Services
- Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement for Grain Marketing and Silo Services
- Provide financial insights and reporting to support senior management decisions
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across teams
Core Competencies:
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- A proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing controls
- Professional, adaptable, and collaborative in team environments
- Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (advantageous)
Additional Requirements:
- Valid Code 08 driver’s license
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Pretoria and Piet Retief
- Must be based in Pretoria or Piet Retief, or willing to commute
Desired Skills:
- financial reporting
- reconciliations
- budgeting
- and forecasting
- Agriculture silo
- industry exp
- analytical
