Description:
Our client is a family owned and run export trading business based in Durban that has been in existence for the last 51 years. They specialize in the export of FMCG's, fruit and vegetables, wines and building materials to about 55 countries throughout the world. They have subsidiary businesses in various other countries they are involved in.We are looking for a dynamic and seasoned financial professional with a passion for navigating the complexities of a diverse and exciting export market to join the team. If you are a results-driven Financial Manager with a passion for international trade, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Key Responsibilities:- Financial Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy and long-term financial planning.
- Provide financial insights and guidance to the executive team and the board of directors.
- Assess the financial health of the organization and recommend actions for improvement.
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the companies objectives.
- Financial Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Provide accurate and timely financial reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Create financial forecasts and scenarios to support decision-making and resource allocation.
- Cash Flow Management:
- Implement effective cash management strategies, including optimizing working capital.
- Risk Management:
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to protect the organization from financial threats.
- Investment and Capital Management:
- Optimize the organization's capital structure and manage debt and equity financing.
- Tax Planning and Compliance:
- Work with tax professionals to develop tax-efficient strategies.
- Financial Controls and Policies:
- Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures.
- Financial Analysis:
- Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain relationships with key financial partners.
- Team Leadership:
- Provide leadership and direction to the finance department.
- Compliance and Legal Matters:
- Technology and Systems:
Personality Traits / Characteristics:
- Ability to make tough decisions.
- Quick to understand new concepts.
- Able to think outside the box.
- Good team player
- Determined and motivated
- Sense of urgency and adherence to deadlines
- Solution Driven
- Creative and Dynamic
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree or professional certification is a plus).
- Proven experience in financial management, preferably in an export or international trade environment.
- Strong understanding of international trade and foreign exchange.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good experience in managing a finance team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of the Syspro accounting package is essential.
Requirements:
- Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy and long-term financial planning.
- Provide financial insights and guidance to the executive team and the board of directors.
- Assess the financial health of the organization and recommend actions for improvement.
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the companies objectives.
- Ability to make tough decisions.
- Quick to understand new concepts.
- Able to think outside the box.
- Good team player
- Determined and motivated
- Sense of urgency and adherence to deadlines
- Solution Driven
- Creative and Dynamic
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree or professional certification is a plus).
- Proven experience in financial management, preferably in an export or international trade environment.
- Strong understanding of international trade and foreign exchange.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good experience in managing a finance team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of the Syspro accounting package is essential.
10 Apr 2024;
from:
careers24.com