Financial Coordinator

• The Financial Coordinator will oversee and manage the financial operations of the organisation, with a strong focus on debtors management and compliance with South African financial regulations.
• This role ensures accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management, and the implementation of sound financial controls.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the agricultural industry, where financial cycles are impacted by seasonality.

Minimum Requirements:

• Essential: A minimum of a NQF Level 7 in Accounting or similar qualification. 
• Proven experience within the Agricultural Industry with exposure to seasonal financial cycles.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems (Pastel, SAP, or similar).
• Comes with strong knowledge of VAT, and South African tax legislation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Previous experience in managing small teams within a Financial Department. 
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the debtors function, including billing, collections, and reconciliations.
• Enforce strict credit control and minimise bad debt exposure.
• Monitor debtor ageing and drive reduction of debtor days.
• Build and maintain client relationships to improve collections.
• Oversee daily finance tasks: accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Prepare accurate financial and debtor reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure liquidity for operations.
• Maintain internal controls to comply with SARS, VAT, and regulations.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, and SARS on debtor and financial matters.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements in debtors and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all tax, VAT, and industry requirements.