Finance & Admin Manager (Limpopo) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To lead the Financial and Administration team in providing a totally integrated Financial and Administration function to the the site.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of baseline- and issue-based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to the business, financial and legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Department through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to analyse, identify trends, initiate, mitigate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE

Manage the Department:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
  • Labour complement in line with budget
  • Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department
  • Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction.
• Maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholders

BUSINESS PROCESSES

• Reduce number of internal and external audit findings
• EWRM - Identify and manage risks
• Revise CSOP’s and SOP’s
• Implement Six Sigma Projects
• Compile Financial Reports

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Overtime
• Travel
• Carry Legal Appointment

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Manage the Departmental budget
• Ensure effective Cost & Financial Accounting
• Achieve budgeted costs
• Manage Working Capital Cash flow
• Manage the CAPEX budget

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Strategic Leadership
• Strategic Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation & Implementation
• Systematic Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Aligning Performance for Success
• Building and Maintaining Relationships
• Change Leadership
• Financial & Entrepreneurial Insight
• Adhering to Values

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Systems:

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, MES, SAP, Coupa)

Job Skills:

• Required training as per training matrix
• Soft skills as identified per department / level
• Financial report interpretation

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate an understanding of FA Manager competencies within the department
• Demonstrate an understanding of financial principles and concepts
• Demonstrate an understanding of Taxation
• Demonstrate an understanding of Risk principles

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma (BCom, Financial Management, Accounting, Auditing, Taxation).
• 8 years’ relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience.

Additional qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant
• CIMA
• SAP knowledge

Closing Date: 02 October 2026