Finance & Operational Manager (Expat) - Johannesburg, South Africa - Recruitment Matters

Description

Our client is looking for a Finance & Operational Manager (Expat) to join their team. The fundamental purpose of the position is to ensure that the operation maintains accurate and professional financial and stock records. The Finance & Operational Manager is responsible for tracking cash flow, financial planning and analysing the company's financial and operational strengths and weaknesses, and proposing strategic directions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the financial operations of an organization.
• Advise on investment plans, monitor the company's finances and produce financial reports.
• Work closely with management to develop and implement strategies and plans to achieve the company's long-term objectives.
• Ensure statutory reporting and tax compliance.
• Monitor and report on the company trading and cash positions
• Overseeing the logistics involved in the business and general guidance on day-to-day operational activities. Our operational and reporting deadlines for the finance department are as follows:
• Daily:
• Stock in all locations
• Sales in all locations
• Credit control across all locations
• Weekly :
• Reconciled reports to be circulated to suppliers.
• Provide weekly sales data for weekly sales report (total sales by product and channel, week, mtd and ytd)
• Reconciled stock position (opening stock + purchases-sales-damages)
• Reconciled Working capital position including Customer and Supplier Ageing report
• Cash recon prior to reissuance and restocking. 6. Initiating and tracking of supplier payments
• Monthly
• Management accounts by no later than the 15th of each month
• 4th – Provide Monthly Sales Data for Monthly Sales Report (Total sales by product and channel, month and ytd)
• 8th -Audited Stock Position
• 8th - Customer and Supplier Ageing report
• 8th -Cash Recon

Key Skills:

• Strong financial acumen and the ability to analyze financial data to make informed decisions.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a financial and operational management role, preferably in the farming or agricultural sector.
• Knowledge of the agricultural industry and its regulatory environment.
• Familiarity with agricultural practices, technologies, and sustainability measures is highly desirable.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is an advantage.