Job Specification

Industry: Agriculture / Citrus Production & Packing

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established company specializing in the production and packing of citrus fruit. Due to the company’s continued growth, development, and expansion, an opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Group Financial Manager to join the team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining operational excellence and executing financial strategies that support the company’s overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee financial accounting functions within the organisation.
• Prepare accurate financial reports and analysis to support decision-making.
• Maintain and improve financial control systems and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial regulations, and governance requirements.
• Monitor and manage internal financial controls.
• Assist with financial planning and budgeting processes.
• Supervise and support the financial team where required.
• Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting from a reputable tertiary institution.

Either of the following experience paths will be considered:

Option 1

• Completed articles
• Advantageous: 3 years financial accounting experience within the agricultural sector

OR

Option 2

• No articles
• 5 – 8 years financial accounting experience within the agricultural sector

Knowledge & Experience

Financial principles, accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Financial analysis, reporting and internal controls

Financial control systems and accounting procedures

Financial governance and compliance

MS Office

Accounting software (Pastel or similar)

Managing a financial team

Attributes & Work Ethic

• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and integrity
• Self-motivated and target driven
• Assertive and confident decision-maker
• Resilient and able to handle conflict constructively
• Energetic and adaptable
• Able to work well under pressure



Remuneration & Additional Information

• Salary: Market-related (based on experience)
• Start Date: As soon as possible