Franschhoek: Financial Manager – Production posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Financial Manager Production | Luxury Wine Estate | Franschhoek
Salary: Negotiable DOE

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Manager Production for a prestigious luxury wine estate based in Franschhoek. This position is ideal for an experienced finance professional with a strong background in production or manufacturing, and who thrives in a dynamic, high-end environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) preferred

• Minimum of five years experience in financial management, ideally within a production or manufacturing setting

• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, cost accounting, and financial reporting

• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Fluent in Afrikaans and English, both written and spoken

• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the financial reporting process for production operations

• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and other relevant financial regulations

• Develop and implement internal financial controls and policies

• Prepare and analyse budgets, forecasts, and financial models

• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management

• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements

• Analyse cost structures and introduce effective cost-reduction strategies

• Ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory valuation

• Optimise working capital, including accounts payable and receivable

• Ensure compliance with tax and VAT legislation and internal company policies

• Lead and mentor the production finance team

• Collaborate with production, procurement, and operational teams to improve financial performance

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading luxury wine estate and contribute to the ongoing success and innovation within its production operations. Candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply.

Please note: If no response is received within 7 working days, kindly consider the application unsuccessful.