financial manager

Farm Manager SA is seeking a Financial Manager in White River, South Africa. The role involves leadership, project management, strategic input, client relationship management, financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree, strong analytical skills, and experience in financial management. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Job Title: Financial Manager

Location: White River Area, Mpumalanga
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Financial Manager to lead our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to motivate and lead a team.
Key Responsibilities
• Leadership and Management:
• Team Leadership: Provide coaching, delegate tasks effectively, and resolve conflicts within the team.
• Project Management: Oversee and manage complex projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet required standards.
• Performance Management: Set performance goals for team members, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback for development.
• Strategic Input and Business Development:
• Strategic Thinking: Contribute to the development and implementation of the company's overall strategy, aligning departmental goals with the bigger picture.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, develop growth strategies for the team or department.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their satisfaction and promoting additional business.
• Financial Acumen and Budgeting:
• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, track performance metrics, and make informed business decisions.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecast future revenue and expenses.
• Cashflow: Manage cashflow for growth or survival.
• Cost Control: Implement strategies to control costs and optimize departmental spending.
• Treasury:
• Develop and maintain relationship with bankers. Ensure Company is making use of all facilities at its disposal.
• Reporting and Communication:
• Management Reporting: Review regular reports from senior management on departmental performance, progress on key initiatives, and any roadblocks.
• Communication: Effectively communicate plans, strategies, and decisions to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Presentation Skills: Present information clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences.
• Compliance:
• Ensure statutory and fiduciary compliance with all areas of the business.
• Funding: Source operating funds as and when required. Strategic funding as and when required.
• Internal Controls:
• Ensure robust and internal control systems.
• Additional Responsibilities: Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments. Identify and mitigate potential risks within the Business.

This is a 'LIVE OUT' position.

Relevant B.Com or BA degree is essential. Experience in the industry would be an advantage.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted