Emploi Afrique du Sud
Titre du poste : Financial Controller
Entreprise : Salix Recruitment
Description du poste : A leading global agribusiness with a strong footprint in South Africa is looking for a dynamic and experienced Finance Controller to oversee the financial operations of its local Farming division.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation that plays a crucial role in the food and agricultural supply chain – both locally and internationally.
As the Finance Controller, you will take full ownership of the division’s financial function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and continuous process improvements. You’ll also play a vital role in team development and act as a strategic partner to the Farming Operations team.What’s in it for you? You’ll be joining a mission-driven business that is deeply invested in sustainable agriculture, people development, and operational excellence. This is more than just a numbers role – it’s an opportunity to add value across the farming supply chain and influence financial decision-making in a global organisation with local impact. Reach out to for more information.Duties:
- Oversee the day-to-day financial function of the Farming division.
- Approve all operational invoices, POs, journals, and SVAs within a 24-hour window.
- Lead and develop a capable Admin team through planning, training, and performance management.
- Manage all financial reporting activities, including preparation of the Farming P&L, tonnage tracking, and allocation of farm-level costs.
- Ensure system accuracy and integrity across SAP, Excel models, MIS, and other internal platforms.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across OPEX and CAPEX.
- Reconcile balance sheets, perform IFRS16 calculations, and maintain accurate biological asset valuations.
- Champion process automation and financial reporting enhancements (Power BI, SAP improvements, etc.).
- Manage audit readiness and compliance for both internal and external audits.
- Deliver meaningful business insights and support operational decision-making.
Job Experience & Skills Required:Qualifications:
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting.
Experience:
- 3–5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong team leadership background.
- Advanced Excel proficiency is non-negotiable.
- Experience in agriculture, commodities, or related industries is a plus.
- Comfortable working in a complex ERP environment (SAP preferred).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and time management skills.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- ERP systems experience, preferably SAP.
- High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
- Excellent time management and organisational capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
- Critical thinker with emotional resilience.
- Proactive, ethical, and results-driven.
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.For more information please contact:Shouneez Scheepers
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Localisation : Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Date du poste : Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:50:33 GMT
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