Financial Manager Subtropical Fruit (Mozambique)

A dynamic agri-business based in the Mpumalanga Lowveld specializes in the production, packing and marketing of a variety of subtropical fruits. They are now recruiting a Financial Manager for their operations in Mozambique. Responsibilities

Taking responsibility for the full financial management function of the company including cash and equivalents, debtors, creditors, inventory, payroll, taxes and controls surrounding these functions to address business and financial risks.

Implementing and monitoring of all internal control systems (procurement policy and inventory control).

Ensuring internal reporting deadlines are adhered to and any delays or constraints are communicated and addressed timeously.

Optimally managing cash and payments, including preparation of a weekly cash forecast.

Management of all import and export DU’s.

Preparation of monthly management accounts and dashboards, variance analysis

Maintenance of the Fixed asset registers - depreciation calculation and journals (including biological assets).

Interest calculations and accruals.

Leasing schedules kept up to date and split between current/non-current for reporting purposes.

Facilitating external audits and financial statement preparations.

Review of the farm's GL reconciliation with supporting documents.

Assist with the preparation of annual budgets.

Ensuring record keeping and related administrative tasks.

Responsible for the HR function at the farm, review of all wage contracts, payroll preparation and work permits.

Responsible company compliance, government liaison and statutory audits (Water Concessions, Acquisition of DUATs, environmental audits and licensing etc).

Community liaison – Corporate Social Responsibility.

Registration of agreements and updating of company secretarial and legal documents.

Directors resolutions and notarisation.

Responsible for the preparation of the monthly tax accounts and annual submission.

Responsible for the preparation of the annual income tax and fiscal benefits returns.

APIEX renewal.

Responsible for submission of VAT returns and request for refunds.

The company's withholding tax procedures.

Banking and financing (Local banks, Central bank).

Assist in agricultural certifications (Global GAP, Farming for the Future, SMITA).

Management of all company insurance policies.

Registration and licensing of company installations ( buildings and electrical). Candidate requirements

Applicable tertiary qualification in accounting.

At least 8-12 years' experience in full financial management functions.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Financial management experience in a farming, operational or FMCG environment will be an advantage.

This position will report to the General Manager with dotted line reporting to the Chief Financial Officer. Apply online. For more information, e-mail