68 Project Controller jobs in South Africa

Key Role

The Project Controller will be responsible for project controls required to deliver the project and to support the Project Manager and Project Controls Manager with project, schedule and cost reporting - which includes forecast to complete, deliverable tracking, schedule and commercial performance.

Accountabilities will include

• Integration of schedule
• Cost management
• Agree the progress measurement practice and methods
• Compile progress achieved per intervals for reporting and invoicing requirements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Progress achieved shall be in accordance with set guidelines and protocols as previously agreed.
• Document control using ACC and/or ProjectWise

Key Responsibilities

• Project Coordination: Work closely with the Project Manager and Controls Manager to ensure project timelines and budgets are adhered to.
• Progress Reporting: Create and present project progress reports, highlighting financial standing, potential risks, and deviations from the plan.
• Resource Management: Assist in managing project resources, including human resources.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with stakeholders to provide timely updates and gather feedback.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges.
• Performance Analysis: Analyse performance data to establish metrics and identify areas for improvement
• Document and information management: Issue and manage documents including the issue of this to the client

Health and Safety

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company's health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is always maintained

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Relevant Built Environment bachelors degree (Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management)
• 4 to 8 years experience
• Demonstrable experience on multi-disciplinary projects, preferably mining, industrial, building or capital projects
• Contract management experience advantageous in FIDIC, NEC3, JBCC or GCC.
• Project experience in cost, deliverable and schedule management
• Experience in supporting project manager attending to all related PMBOK project management functional areas
• Proficient in MS Projects and Primavera P6 (advantageous)
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel (advanced), MS Powerpoint, MS Outlook
• Proficient I using Bim 360 or ACC and ProjectWise (advantageous)

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Demonstrated skills in programmes management across multiple construction disciplines
• Demonstrated skills in contract management of standard contracts in the South African market (JBCC, FIDIC, NEC3 or GCC)
• Strong competence ins supporting and advise on the definition of Project Controls and Earned Value Management policies, procedures and the standards required to deliver projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of project control systems
• Knowledge of BIM
• Strong stakeholder engagement capabilities to work closely with the Project Manager and Project QS

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Want to join an innovative player in renewable energy that is rapidly growing in Africa? Since it was established in 2019 as part of renewable energy frontrunner, Release by Scatec has been developing and deploying a unique, flexible leasing solution of pre-assembled and modular solar and battery equipment for the mining and utilities market. Recently announced funding by Climate Fund Managers will enable our dynamic, young team in its ambition to power and electrify Africa. We are present in several countries in Africa and in the Americas, and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position
Release is looking for a
Junior Project Controller
based in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision –
Improving our future.
Release by Scatec is in a phase of solid growth and is looking to strengthen the Release organisation with a Junior Project Controller.

This is a highly visible, challenging, hands-on, dynamic and wide-ranging role covering activities such as business partnering with non-finance teams to add value across multiple business units and projects, driving strategy and profitability across all areas, and supporting the Release Finance and Asset Management ("FAM") function.

The position is a key resource in the Finance team and will report to the Project Controller.

Main responsibilities:

• Controlling and reporting of costs and income on allocated Release projects in their respective phases
• Update & maintain project controlling tools
• Review and approve Eye-share invoices, ensuring correct entity & project allocations
• Stakeholder engagement outside of the Release finance function (Procurement and Logistics, Project Managers, Business Development team, O&M team, planning etc.) on project and financing related matters.
• Maintain project cash flow forecasts and actual data
• Responsible for monthly allocated project and inputs to managerial reporting tasks.
• Interpreting data, both financial and non-financial, and understanding the impact of these on Release projects – all phases.
• Monthly invoicing – Intercompany & Clients – where applicable
• Support with inventory reconciliations for project cost allocation
• Monitoring of monthly timesheet submissions and cost allocations.
• Data modeling & analysis for business improvement
• Attend to ad-hoc tasks as and when required by Project Controller

Qualifications And Competencies

• Degree in Finance, business or equivalent
• 2-4 years relevant work experience, preferably from an international environment
• Ability to consolidate data from several sources for presentation, being able to efficiently process and evaluate large data volumes and propose actions based on findings.
• Experience in Renewable energy industry
• Ability to build strong networks and collaborate efficiently with functions outside of Finance. Support management and project team in making sound business decisions.
• Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Master Microsoft suite (Particularly Excel) and business intelligence tools (Including the use of AI).
• Overall curiosity and ability to contribute to Finance areas such as TAX, Treasury, Accounting, Financial Reporting and Systems, Asset Management and other internal stakeholders.
• Fluent in English written and verbally and French advantageous

Personal characteristics
It is part of every Release employee's terms of reference to contribute to Scatec group's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently.
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.

We offer
Release, is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Release is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

About ProProcess:

ProProcess, located in Gauteng, South Africa, is a specialist company that offers modular process solutions to the capital equipment market. We are dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality modular solutions to our clients across various industries. As part of our commitment to exceptional customer service and ongoing support, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team.

Position Overview:

The purpose of the Project Financial Controller is to maintain, manage and control the projects financial health. To ensure project profitability for all projects across all companies. Fully responsible for the financial administration and management of the project costing and customer billing process. Fully responsible for the administration of project close-out's.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12
• Accounting Diploma
• 1+ Year's experience working with Syspro
• 3+ Year's experience working with Microsoft Excel
• 2 - 4 Year's experience with project finance and maintenance of accurate record keeping systems.

Responsibilities will include:

• Load up new clients, projects, budgets and internal subcontract's onto Syspro.
• Generate weekly/monthly Corporate Contribution schedules.
• Raising of client applications for payment.
• Project cost management.
• Project reporting in weekly project meetings.
• Project Close-Outs – reconciliation of project profit and loss reports and generating close out packs.

Key Requirements:

• Problem-Solving Skills
• Innovation
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Continuous Learning
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy
• Time Management

Join our team at ProProcess and contribute to our mission of delivering innovative modular solutions with excellence. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team

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Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.

In deal recovery management at PwC, you will focus on helping clients navigate financial distress and recover from challenging business situations. You will be responsible for providing strategic advice and solutions to optimise recovery outcomes.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

A career within Deals Business Recovery Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support our clients survive an imminent crisis or simply fix gaps in their organisation. We help clients, reduce balance sheet stress, generate cash and reduce costs or refinance to find the best source of capital to support their business objectives. Whatever the solution, we help them manage challenges until the job is done.

As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
• Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
• Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
• Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
• Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Role Summary:

We believe that challenges are better solved together. That's why you'll join a diverse, global community of solvers - an unexpected mix of people that come together to build trust in society and solve important problems. In a place where you are encouraged to lead with your heart and values. And where your unique skills are developed and put to work in unexpected and exciting ways, superpowered by technology.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

• Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in Accounting

• Bachelor of Business Science with Honours in Finance / CA (SA); or

• Engineer or relevant professional qualification (e.g. MBA, APICS, CPIM); or

• CFA, CIMA or other relevant related degree / professional designation.

Responsibilities of role:

As a member of the PwC CARS team, the candidate will be involved in a variety of financial advisory and restructuring projects across a diverse range of industries and will gain exposure to a wide range of clients. PwC CARS services a wide spectrum of clients ranging from large, listed multinationals through to entrepreneurial, owner managed businesses, covering both domestic and cross Africa border work.

We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our growing team to work on high-profile clients experiencing stress / distress to their business model and who require turnaround or transformation with a financial or operational restructuring lens, spanning a broad range of industry sectors. You'll provide analysis and business assessment support to the team for restructuring and/or turnaround projects.

Typically, you will work with our clients information to help our teams identify and implement rapid, tactical and sustainable financial and operational restructuring measures, for example you will be part of the team advising on:

In addition to these services you'll be expected to:

You will also be expected to take an active part in our team and practice development and will typically:

Skill sets required:

To be successful in this role, financial analysis skills and a curious commercial business mindset are critical. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of agility in a demanding environment and be able to effectively communicate with a broad range of stakeholders. Project management skills are considered fundamental together with critical thinking and a motivated and commercially astute approach to business restructuring needs.

Candidates will display the following competencies:

• Experience with data analysis;
• Experience with data analytics tools e.g. Power BI, Alteryx;
• Experience of operational or financial improvement from a management consultancy, corporate finance advisory firm or as an 'internal consultant' in a corporate;
• Operations experience, across sectors: engineering, financial services, retail, industrial, consumer, high tech, utilities, logistics, telecoms and energy;
• Competent with spreadsheets, financial and operational analysis.
• Financial restructuring and exit strategies,
• Financing and debt advisory related services,
• Turnaround strategy,
• Independent business reviews,
• Strategic options analysis,
• Contingency planning reviews,
• Short-term cash flow reviews and forecasting, helping clients see and control their cash positions
• Cash levers to smooth cash flow/conserve cash
• Cost out and EBITDA optimisation initiatives
• Working capital improvement plans;
• Restructuring Office services - helping client management develop and implement turnaround programs
• Take on a "hands-on" role to manage stakeholders and inspire change
• Provide robust data analysis and baselining support for change programmes
• Interface directly with client teams to collect, analyse and develop insights into their business
• Prepare presentations and/or reports to key stakeholders (e.g. Board, Private Equity investor, lenders, etc.)
• Work alongside other PwC teams, including specialist lines of service and sector experts.
• Support with one or two areas of internal team management
• Work with team members in areas of business development and origination efforts
• Supporting the needs of the go-to-market strategy
• Possesses a high degree of self-motivation and energy, agility and the ability to drive for high quality, meeting of deadlines and track record of setting and achieving goals;
• Good interpersonal and client relationship skills and the ability to relate to people at all levels of an organisation;
• A highly motivated, confident individual with presence;
• A proactive and dynamic team player;
• Problem solving capabilities / skills with the ability to think strategically, innovatively and "out the box";
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of agility in a demanding environment;
• An interest in and knowledge of the financial markets and the significant turnaround opportunity across SMA and Africa;
• A desire to build on commercial and industry knowledge;
• A desire and motivation to build interest in and knowledge for proactive origination and account targeting;
• Financial analysis and/or modelling skills;
• Negotiation skills;
• Conflict management skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, including the ability to input into storyboarding solutions for clients including on projects and proposals - be able to contribute to succinct, well-structured reports and client communications;
• Highly rated with good academic credentials; and

Proven ability to multitask and ensure effective delivery of the priorities to meet targets and objectives and who works effectively under pressure.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 28, 2025

BE PART OF THE WORLD'S LARGEST LOGISTICS COMPANY

Deutsche Post DHL Group is the world's leading logistics and mail company.

We're one of the world's largest employers, operating in over 220 countries and territories. We're Europe's largest postal service, partner for eCommerce and pioneers in secure digital communication. We're number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business.

Join us and you'll be working for a global company that's focused on service, quality, and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives.

And not just for our customers, but for every member of our Group too.

At DHL Supply Chain South Africa, we're looking for…

Vacancy

Controller Osmosis Project (Unilever Park)

Job Purpose

Manage the daily operation: ensuring that KPI's are met, zero discrepancies, stock offloaded on time, ensuring productivity and activities are compliant with contractual KPI's,

shrinkage is minimized, MHE's are allocated, stock integrity on goods received. Meet and exceed operational service levels and manage labour costs: by achieving of

contractual KPI's, effective utilization of labour within budget, daily volumes and resource plans are aligned, verify and ensure daily activities and goals are achieved. Drive and

develop team culture: encourage and reward constructive internal competitiveness to the benefit of the Client, Compliance with statutory and Company Policies and Procedures:

ensure compliance within the Team, Health and Safety, Employment Equity, Labour Relations, Legislative, Environmental issues, monitoring and maintaining a high level of

compliance. Delivery of safe, secure, clean and fair work environment for Team members.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Conduct reworks based on brief given
• Reworks quote to be done and submitted to UL Planner to create PO
• Upon arrival pictures must be taken of in case of any missing /wet stock and a Seal as proof.
• Request Port Health
• PO for PH request
• Request STO creation
• Counting physical quantity received vs documentation
• Tally sheets
• Check correct material codes
• Scanning loads once STO is created
• Check expiry date
• Labelling of loads once scanned
• Updating of trackers
• PO request
• RAR updating
• Updating of GW time in / out
• Filling of containers
• Capacity report
• Stamping of documentation
• Ensure that housekeeping is at the highest standard
• Team building and morale management
• Ensuring compliance of SOP's
• Responsible for issues relating to Health & Safety and the environment
• Maximize accuracy, productivity and space utilization
• Translate, analyse and deliver customer needs through effective operations
• Ensure daily / weekly workload planning and volume forecasting routines are accomplished
• Maintain stock control procedures and continuously review to enable daily reconciliation of theorical and physical stock
• Maintain appropriate information / reporting systems to monitor performance on an ongoing basis
• Active participation in stock counts i.e., Planning, Preparation and Physical counting of stock
• Conduct training and competence assessments for new team members, ensuring that records are kept

• Demonstrate respect without compromising on result.
• Management of staff

• Take ownership to deal effectively with queries, requests and complaints
• Give support, share knowledge and skills to other team members
• Adhere to the sites SHEQ rules and best practices
• Ensure that product safety, quality and integrity is not compromised
• Report any person's behaviour that may impact on the safety, quality and integrity of the stored products.
• Once PO received, materials are ordered, based on quantities required
• WIP and packaging materials to be captured onto SAP locations
• The reworked product to be signed off by UL / R&D / Quality Team
• Quality Control
• Reworks recorded on an Import Rework Tracker daily

DPDHL Core Competencies & Skills

• Maintains effective relationships with customers
• Develops / Delivers high quality / innovative products, services or solutions
• Focuses on customer needs and gains their commitment
• Gains management / colleague support to meet customer need
• Coordinates efforts and aligns resources to achieve objectives
• Regularly reviews and communicates progress against objectives and adjusts as needed
• Champions continuous improvement and innovation
• Takes responsibility for own decisions and recognizes the contribution of others
• Provides candid / regular feedback
• Supports the development of others
• Inspires others to develop themselves
• Conveys a clear sense of personal goals and values
• Actively seeks feedback to improve performance
• Develops new skills and modifies behaviours based on feedback
• Takes personal responsibility for career and development"

Skills/Experience

• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• Achievement of KPI's
• Achievement of personal goals
• Ability to work within a rapidly changing environment
• Deadline driven
• Good written and communication skills
• Credible and up to date succession plan
• Distribution and Logistics knowledge
• Customer satisfaction
• Ability to influence and negotiate at all levels
• Problem solving
• Flexibility
• Team Development
• Security knowledge
• Business acumen
• Achieve work targets and is willing to take on additional roles / responsibilities
• Client and customer needs knowledge
• Ability to work under pressure

Qualifications

• Matric
• Tertiary Qualification in Logistics - desirable

Languages

• English verbal and written.

Be Part Of The World's Largest Logistics Company
Deutsche Post DHL Group is the world's leading logistics and mail company.

We're one of the world's largest employers, operating in over 220 countries and territories. We're Europe's largest postal service, partner for eCommerce and pioneers in secure digital communication. We're number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business.

Join us and you'll be working for a global company that's focused on service, quality, and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives.

And not just for our customers, but for every member of our Group too.

At DHL Supply Chain South Africa, we're looking for…

Vacancy

Controller Osmosis Project (Unilever Park)
Job Purpose
Manage the daily operation: ensuring that KPI's are met, zero discrepancies, stock offloaded on time, ensuring productivity and activities are compliant with contractual KPI's,

shrinkage is minimized, MHE's are allocated, stock integrity on goods received. Meet and exceed operational service levels and manage labour costs: by achieving of

contractual KPI's, effective utilization of labour within budget, daily volumes and resource plans are aligned, verify and ensure daily activities and goals are achieved. Drive and

develop team culture: encourage and reward constructive internal competitiveness to the benefit of the Client, Compliance with statutory and Company Policies and Procedures:

ensure compliance within the Team, Health and Safety, Employment Equity, Labour Relations, Legislative, Environmental issues, monitoring and maintaining a high level of

compliance. Delivery of safe, secure, clean and fair work environment for Team members.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Conduct reworks based on brief given
• Reworks quote to be done and submitted to UL Planner to create PO
• Upon arrival pictures must be taken of in case of any missing /wet stock and a Seal as proof.
• Request Port Health
• PO for PH request
• Request STO creation
• Counting physical quantity received vs documentation
• Tally sheets
• Check correct material codes
• Scanning loads once STO is created
• Check expiry date
• Labelling of loads once scanned
• Updating of trackers
• PO request
• RAR updating
• Updating of GW time in / out
• Filling of containers
• Capacity report
• Stamping of documentation
• Ensure that housekeeping is at the highest standard
• Team building and morale management
• Ensuring compliance of SOP's
• Responsible for issues relating to Health & Safety and the environment
• Maximize accuracy, productivity and space utilization
• Translate, analyse and deliver customer needs through effective operations
• Ensure daily / weekly workload planning and volume forecasting routines are accomplished
• Maintain stock control procedures and continuously review to enable daily reconciliation of theorical and physical stock
• Maintain appropriate information / reporting systems to monitor performance on an ongoing basis
• Active participation in stock counts i.e., Planning, Preparation and Physical counting of stock
• Conduct training and competence assessments for new team members, ensuring that records are kept
• Demonstrate respect without compromising on result.
• Management of staff
• Take ownership to deal effectively with queries, requests and complaints
• Give support, share knowledge and skills to other team members
• Adhere to the sites SHEQ rules and best practices
• Ensure that product safety, quality and integrity is not compromised
• Report any person's behaviour that may impact on the safety, quality and integrity of the stored products.
• Once PO received, materials are ordered, based on quantities required
• WIP and packaging materials to be captured onto SAP locations
• The reworked product to be signed off by UL / R&D / Quality Team
• Quality Control
• Reworks recorded on an Import Rework Tracker daily

DPDHL Core Competencies & Skills

• Maintains effective relationships with customers
• Develops / Delivers high quality / innovative products, services or solutions
• Focuses on customer needs and gains their commitment
• Gains management / colleague support to meet customer need
• Coordinates efforts and aligns resources to achieve objectives
• Regularly reviews and communicates progress against objectives and adjusts as needed
• Champions continuous improvement and innovation
• Takes responsibility for own decisions and recognizes the contribution of others
• Provides candid / regular feedback
• Supports the development of others
• Inspires others to develop themselves
• Conveys a clear sense of personal goals and values
• Actively seeks feedback to improve performance
• Develops new skills and modifies behaviours based on feedback
• Takes personal responsibility for career and development"

Skills/Experience

• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• Achievement of KPI's
• Achievement of personal goals
• Ability to work within a rapidly changing environment
• Deadline driven
• Good written and communication skills
• Credible and up to date succession plan
• Distribution and Logistics knowledge
• Customer satisfaction
• Ability to influence and negotiate at all levels
• Problem solving
• Flexibility
• Team Development
• Security knowledge
• Business acumen
• Achieve work targets and is willing to take on additional roles / responsibilities
• Client and customer needs knowledge
• Ability to work under pressure

Qualifications

• Matric
• Tertiary Qualification in Logistics - desirable

Languages

• English verbal and written.

Large, integrated and well-established group in the agriculture sector is looking to employ a Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist. This role will have a strong focus on finance and data analysis. The group has interests across the country and this role will be situated in Paarl, Western Cape.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary degree with at least 2 years experience in a management accounting and financial analysis role. A professional qualification, especially a CIMA designation, would be highly valued, though other designations are also acceptable given the appropriate job and industry experience.

The purpose of the role is to collect and analyse financial data to determine the gross profits of food projects and product lines, while preparing budgets and cost reports for management with a focus on gross profit and stock control. This role involves identifying areas for cost optimisation, recommending strategies, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and the development of enhanced financial models.

This is an excellent opportunity for personal growth as well as growth within this fast expanding business.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis:

• Analyse key financial data to determine gross profits of various projects and product lines.
• Identify gross profit losses, recommend turnaround strategies, and highlight focus areas to maximise profitability.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes for improved efficiency.

Data Collection & Management & reporting :

• Extract and manage data from multiple sources, including ERP systems and external databases.
• Build and maintain comprehensive datasets for analysis using platforms such as Power BI and Mercur.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and automated reports tracking KPIs, sales metrics, market forecasts, pricing trends, procurement, and operational data for real-time monitoring.
• Improve reporting systems by reviewing current practices and implementing enhancements.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Prepare budgets and cost reports with a strong focus on gross profit and stock control.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved stock management.
• Provide insights to support strategic financial planning and decision-making.

Costings:

• Develop and implement cost-effective financial procedures and risk mitigation strategies.
• Review new costings for accuracy and ensure product line profitability.

Process Optimisation:

• Conduct research to support the development and enhancement of financial models.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, Agricultural Economics, or similar.
• Professional qualification - CIMA (ACMA, CGMA) preferred but will consider other qualifications along with the relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience.
• Working knowledge in Power BI and Mercur would be highly advantageous.
• Experience as a Management Accountant and Data Analytics in an agricultural, food production, manufacturing, or related environment.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.

Key competencies:

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Communicate in a professional manner.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to function independently.
• Innovative thinker.
• Organisational skills.
• Deadline driven.
• Ability to build credible relationships with internal and external clients.

Remuneration:

• R540,000 to R720,000 per annum cost to company, depending on experience.