TWK Agri has the following vacancy available: Financial Manager within the Grain division at Pretoria, Gauteng.

Job Summary
The Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial activities, ensuring the financial health of the organisation, and providing strategic guidance to senior management. This role involves managing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, compliance functions, working capital, process optimisation, internal controls, pricing strategies, and production cost monitoring to optimise financial performance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals
• Conduct financial analysis and modelling to assess risks and opportunities
• Prepare and present financial forecasts and reports to senior management
• Assist the Finance Executive and lead the annual budgeting process with input from department heads
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations
• Revise forecasts to reflect changing business conditions
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Oversee financial report consolidation across business units
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity for operations
• Develop cash flow forecasts and optimise working capital
• Monitor receivables, payables, and inventory to improve cash cycles
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulations (incl. SAFEX)
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits
• Manage capital expenditure projects in line with strategic goals
• Monitor ROI and performance of key investments
• Develop and manage competitive, profit-focused pricing strategies
• Ensure pricing accuracy and maintain pricing controls
• Analyse production costs and identify trends or variances
• Collaborate with production to drive cost-saving initiatives
• Report on production cost performance and suggest improvements
• Review and enhance financial processes for efficiency and accuracy
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions across teams
• Design, implement, and update internal control systems
• Train staff on control procedures and ensure compliance
• Lead and mentor the finance team to drive continuous improvement
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional development
• Communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders
• Prepare board presentations and align finance with organisational goals

 
Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))
• 5 – 7 years’ experience in financial management
• Extensive knowledge of financial management principles and practices
• Understanding of the industry and its financial dynamics
• Familiarity with financial regulations, compliance standards and risk management
• Proficiency in financial software and tools
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and ability to influence decision making
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Bilingual (Afrikaans and English) (advantageous)
• Valid Driver’s License (Code 08)
• Willing to travel