Financial Manager: Grain needed at TWK Agri

Job Description

• 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