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Financial Manager | Fine Foods Distribution And Import Business | Stellenbosch, Western Cape | Ss
HotelJobs Wednesday, 14 October 2026Job Summary
NOW HIRING: Financial Manager | Fine Foods Distribution and Import Business | Stellenbosch, Western Cape About the Opportunity Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Manager to join a well-established fine foods distribution and import business in Stellenbosch. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong leadership abilities, sound financial management experience and a strategic approach to overseeing financial operations within a dynamic commercial environment. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the full financial function of the business, ensuring accurate reporting and effective financial controls. • Prepare and review monthly management accounts, financial statements and performance reports. • Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning to support business objectives. • Monitor financial performance, analyse variances and provide actionable insights to senior management. • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations and general ledger activities. • Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. • Ensure compliance with relevant tax legislation, accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements. • Oversee VAT submissions, tax-related matters and audit preparations. • Monitor working capital, stock-related financial processes and cost control within the distribution and import environment. • Manage relationships with banks, auditors, suppliers and other key financial stakeholders. • Identify financial risks and implement appropriate internal controls and procedures. • Lead, support and develop the finance team, promoting accountability and operational efficiency. • Provide financial guidance to management to support strategic planning and informed decision-making. • Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting processes and overall business profitability. Key Requirements • Proven experience in a Financial Manager or senior accounting role. • A relevant finance or accounting qualification is essential; a professional accounting designation would be advantageous. • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management. • Experience managing the full finance function within a commercial, distribution, wholesale or import business would be highly advantageous. • Sound understanding of VAT, taxation, statutory compliance and financial controls. • Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills. • Strong leadership abilities, with experience managing and developing a finance team. • Proficiency in accounting software, financial reporting systems and Microsoft Excel. • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior management and external stakeholders. • A proactive, commercially aware and solutions-driven approach. Package • Salary: R50,000 – R60,000 per month, depending on experience. • Live-out position. Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within seven working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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