Head of Finance (Group) Agriculture / FMCG - Free State - ReitzHead of Finance (Group) Agriculture / FMCG - Free State - ReitzMy Client Based in Reitz seeks Head of Finance (Group) - The Groupis a modern, dynamic agricultural enterprise that has, since its establishment in 1919, continuously focused on accomplishing solutions for the changing and diverse needs of agricultural producers and related stakeholders.The Head of Finance (Group) of Agri Processors will be responsible for the overall management of the group’s financial function, projects, budgets as well as the compliance of the group.DescriptionDuties and Responsibilities Overall management of the treasurer function within the Agri-Processors Group Compilations of the Agri-Processors Group Financial Results to VKB’s Shareholders, Board of Directors and other Stakeholders Submission VKB Agri-Processors' Group Operational- and Capital Budgets to the Directors for approval Ensure that financial reporting throughout Agri-Processors is standardised Ensure that Agri-Processors Group Financial Statement are accurately compiled Ensure that all the relevant financial departments comply with legislation and the VKB Group's Policies and Procedures Evaluate investments / projects Approval of material transactions Design and implement uniform controls and procedures Design and implement systems Overall risk management within the group Negotiation of terms and conditions with suppliers Management of Credit risk Comply to VKB Agri-Processors EE & BBBEE Targets on a continuous basis Create an environment within the group that aids in the successful implementation of POPIA Skills Ability to function independently within team context and to accept responsibility Strong analytical, numeracy and interpersonal skills Compliance Accurate Analytical Be able to work under pressure Qualified CA (Chartered Accountant) Applicable experience in a fast-moving environment Previous experience within the processing side of agriculture will serve as recommendation Proficient in the MS Office package with the ability to work with Excel on an advanced level Knowledge of Microsoft Navision/Business Central will serve as recommendation Full end-to-end financial and strategic management for whole group. Full end-to-end financial and strategic management for whole group.Partnering with the Group Executives to co-create and deliver the BU objectives and strategy.Co-ordinate & control the preparation of detailed & meaningful information on the performance of the businessunit, ensuring accountability for business BU employees.Internal Reporting, interim results, year-end results, year-end processesEffective financial management of the business unit, encompassing management of margins, operating cost andefficiency, profitability, return on assets, capital expenditure and procurement.Financial risk management of the business unit, encompassing insurance, internal audit/control programs, creditmanagement and inventories. Managing treasury, general ledgers, payroll, debtors and creditors and ICTfacilitation.Financial turnaround and growth strategy implementation: Growing revenue, cutting costs, and improvingprofitability within months.Lead senior management team and group finance structure.Review and setup of financial controls, ERP systems and reporting, providing accurate, insightful and valueadding financial information, reporting to Group CFO, Exco and Board, whilst complying with all internal andexternal requirements.Direct forecasting, reporting and analysis with precision communication of strategy to meet long-term goals ofthe organisation.Utilise established methodologies and processes to oversee internal/external audits and guarantee compliancewith quality policies, procedures, and systems.Drive profitable growth and mitigate risks through effective reporting, analysis, tracking and cash flowmanagement.Oversee business turnaround, budgets, and long-term forecasting by setting, reporting and reviewingorganisational objectives, KPIs and financial/management statements.Perform strategic planning, continuous improvement and change management to optimise businessprofitability.Extensively manage cash flow position and negative cash conversion cycles.#J-18808-Ljbffr