Commercial Finance Manager at RCL Foods

• RCL FOODS is seeking an experience Commercial Finance Manager to join our Baking Business Unit based in Rustenburg.

Minimum Requirements    

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification (non-negotiable).
• Minimum of 8 years’ post-articles experience in operational finance or commercial roles, preferably within an FMCG or plant-based environment.
• Strong decision-making, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with Syspro is highly advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead quarterly planning, forecasting, and capital planning for the Bakery division.
• Ensure budgets and forecasts are accurate and aligned to performance and cost control.
• Provide KPI insights and prepare bi-monthly income projections.

Capex & Commercial Oversight

• Ensure compliance with Capex processes and identify profit-driving investment opportunities.
• Manage Capex WIP, cash flow forecasts, and asset capitalisation.
• Develop business cases, conduct post-investment reviews, and evaluate Capex vs maintenance decisions.

Operational Support & Improvement

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Support management with financial insight, sales performance analysis, and pricing decisions.

Financial Oversight & Compliance

• Oversee financial activities, accounting teams, and compliance (IFRS, tax, policies).
• Maintain ledgers, review VAT, approve suppliers, and ensure accurate reporting.

Financial Controls & Reporting

• Ensure monthly close, reconciliations, and accurate transaction processing.
• Monitor stock controls, financial performance, audits, and year-end processes.

Cash & Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow, payment processes, and bank signatory responsibilities.
• Audit & Risk Management
• Liaise with auditors, resolve queries, and ensure compliance with controls and procedures.

Commercial Support

• Support debtor queries, contracts, fixed assets, and provide financial insight to management.

Information & Data Management

• Ensure accurate data capture and reporting (Power BI) for analysis and decision-making.

Staff Management

• Lead team development, performance management, and compliance with labour laws.
• Drive succession planning and build high-performing teams.

Deadline:7th June,2026