RCL FOODS is a leading African food producer in South Africa with a market capitalisation of R13 billion and employing more than 20 000 people in operations across South and Southern Africa. We manufacture a wide range of branded and private label food products which we distribute through our own route-to-market supply chain specialist, Vector Logistics. ...
Job Description
- RCL Foods is currently looking for a qualified and experienced Financial Accountant to join the team atour Sunshine Durban Bakery.
- The Purpose of the role is to coordinate and supervise the monthly financial reporting requirements and Monthly financial reporting requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Qualification
- BCOM Accounting degree with SAICA articles as a minimum
Experience and Training
- Tax exposure an advantage
- Minimum 3-5 years post articles working experience
- Extensive experience with the IFRS standards
Knowledge and Skill
Behaviour Standards
- Be brilliant at the basics
- Face the brutal facts
- Smash the silos
- Lead with integrity, respect and energy
- Be curious and challenge change
- Take accountability for results and people
Knowledge
- SAP R/3
- Commercial and business principles and practices
- Sunshine systems
- An understanding of multiple key performance indicators, inter- relationship and bottom line sensitivity
Skills
- Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Verbal and written communication
- Report writing
- Interpersonal
- Logical thinking
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Numeracy
- Organisational awareness
- Able to leverage technology
Attributes
- Initiative and assertive
- Tolerant of stress and pressure
- Creative
- Proactive
- Attention to detail
- Deadline driven
- Able to interact at all levels of the organisation
- Able to plan ahead and manage time
- Able to prioritise
- Able to create a positive team environment
- Be able to motivate, manage and develop staff
- Be able to interact effectively with outside suppliers, customers and financial management within the Group
- Integrity, innovation and drive
- Prepared to work long hours to achieve results
- Able to work independently as well as contribute towards the goals of the Finance team
Problem Solving
As a Financial Accountant the job holder is expected to:
- make all operational decisions that fall within the ambit of responsibility in accordance with efficient resource utilisation practices and timing requirements
- solve complex conceptual and analytical problems within the ambit of responsibility
- proactively identify and implement innovations, particularly those that will improve financial compliance and profitability.
Customer Relationships
Internal
- Financial Director
- Financial managers
- Administration controllers
- Group financial and cost accountants
- Support office commercial officers and fixed asset controller
External
- Suppliers
- Customers
- Revenue authorities
- Internal and external auditors
Duties & Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and General Ledger Maintenance
- Prepare month-end reporting packs (both management accounts and reporting pack to Group).
- Ensure all finance activities are completed within the agreed.
- Prepare General Ledger reconciliations monthly which entail backup schedules in support of all Balance Sheet Accounts (joint responsibility with reconciliation controller).
- Following up of queries/reconciling items ensuring that no significant items remain on the reconciliations when closing the General.
- Consolidate, review and sign off all staff debtor.
- Provide assistance and resolution for all branch finance related.
- Process monthly standing journals, and review and post journals raised by the team.
- Review and post all branch accruals.
- Capture own journal and accrual entries when required, including routine monthly transactions, corrections, and provisions, ensuring correct account allocations.
- Oversee the monthly close-off of the Cash.
- Review the bank sub-accounts prior to month end close, to ensure all postings have been done and that clearing has been performed.
- Review monthly bank reconciliation and investigate reconciling.
- Review and all petty cash slips for relevant approval, valid supporting documentation and correct accounting and tax treatment and post.
- Review all staff expense claims and staff travel claims for relevant approval, valid supporting documentation and correct accounting and tax treatment and post.
- Review and approve the daily bread reconciliations and ensure that explanations given for variances are valid.
- Ensure that credit notes are captured daily by the Van Sheet Clerk.
- Capture purchase orders for the administration department and assist other departments with receipting of POs and processing of negative GRNs.
- Send out weekly reports to HODs detailing their actual spend against budgeted spend and hold meetings to understand what spend is still to be incurred before month end.
- Send out weekly open PO listings and follow u[p with various departments on outstanding GRNs so that accruals at month end are limited.
- Hold weekly drive balance meetings with the respective HODs in order to minimize driver write offs.
- Assist commercial teams with GL analyses where required
- Manage the cash office staff and ensure that cash banked is reconciled to cash recorded daily.
- Follow up with the POD clerk and ensure that PODs outstanding do not carry over for more than 3 days.
- Perform quarterly internal control assessments including the depots to ensure internal control effectiveness.
- Perform “value-add” responsibilities as agreed between Financial Manager and Financial Executive.
- Assess the IFRS implications for new financial transactions implemented and prepare the accounting and tax entries for these transactions.
- Liaise with Internal and external audit and ensure all deliverables are submitted.
Effective Teamwork and Self-Management
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising and self-development.
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
- Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
- Support and drive the business core
- Manage colleagues and clients’ expectations and communicate
- Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
- Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions relating to product costing in collaboration with national training specialists.
- Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
- Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy.
- Preferably CA (SA) or similar qualification
Budget and forecast
- To compile the monthly head office review reports, clearly indicating deviations to targets and to investigate appropriate actions required to remedy these deviations.
KPI’s
- Accuracy, quality, and timeliness of standard reporting
- Efficacy of customer administration and associated analysis
- Accuracy of forecasting
- Data integrity and accuracy
- Compliance level
Deadline:23rd May,2026
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- As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Management Accountant: Commercial Reporting within our Milling operating unit. The purpose of the role is to prepare and collect the Baking commercial analysis and management reporting requirements, as well as to provide operational support to the Baking Reporting Commercial Manager.
- This position will be located in Pretoria West.
Minimum Requirements
- CA (SA) or CIMA with 1 to 2 years post article experience
- Experienced in Advanced Excel, Word and Powerpoint reporting
- Power BI experience will be advantageous
- Syspro and SAP experience will be advantageous
- FMCG/Manufacturing experience will be advantageous
- Verbal and written Communication (strong communication skills)
- Ability to work under pressure and meet stringent deadlines
- Financial reporting experience
- Computer literate with advanced experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Powerpoint)
- Syspro and SAP experience will be advantageous
- Power BI Reporting
- FMCG/Manufacturing experience will be advantageous
Duties & Responsibilities
Management Reporting (Monthly):
- Compile and submit monthly flash reports to Commercial Manager
- Monthly consolidation reporting of financial performance of all the operating units in the agreed format which will include commentary on key performance areas
- Compiling weekly and monthly performance dashboards
- Preparation, consolidation and formatting of quarterly performance information for inclusion in Monthly/Quarterly performance decks
- Loading of monthly Income Statement results to group platform according to group reporting deadlines
- Perform monthly and Quarterly ROIC calculations
- Adhoc commercial reporting
Business Plan and Forecasting
- Support the annual business plan and quarterly forecasting processes for Baking
- Consolidation all Operating Unit business plans and quarterly forecasts schedules
- Compile supporting information for the Baking business plan and quarterly forecasts presentations
Commercial analysis and evaluation
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management accounting reports.
- Obtain input and commentary on performance, progress and reasons for variances, where relevant.
- Identify and report irregularities and potential problems are reported to the Commercial Manager.
- Provide calculations and detailed analysis emanating from any queries that arise.
- Perform regular market and industry analysis and benchmark calculations
- Product costings and commercials
Information and Data management:
- Ensure all management tools (management accounts) are accurate and complete
- Ensure and manage the GL accounts and other system information to verify integrity
- Input and maintain central performance reporting dashboards
Governance:
- Ensure that RCL Foods ethical standards and the requirements of the
- RPM are adhered to
- Report and or escalate any areas of non- compliance appropriately
- Stats SA info gathering and submission
- SAGIS submission
Effective teamwork and self-management:
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrates effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained
- Support and drive the business core values
- Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives
- Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy
Deadline:26th May,2026
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- RCL FOODS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Controller to join our Group Services Division.
- The successful incumbent would be expected to -Make security decisions to ensure that access risks and controls are identified and there are opportunities for improvement, Solve both simple and complex authorisation and access problems within the ambit of responsibility, Identify and implement innovations, best practices, particularly those that will enhance the authorisation and access to systems for the RCL FOODS GROUP.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant IT/BCom degree.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GRC / SAP Consultant role.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of core financial modules, as well as GRC technology.
- Experience working on SAP is Essential.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the SAP authorisation concept.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of security and control (including configuration) for some of the SAP and SAP GRC applications and/or technologies.
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the design, implementation, and/or assessment of controls, including a significant understanding of the systems implementation lifecycle, including configuring and optimizing business process controls and application security.
ERP/Application Systems Knowledge
Competent in 2 or more of the following ERPs or 1 ERP and 1 GRC Application
- SAP ERP
- SAP S4 HANA
- Syspro
- JD Edwards
- MACs
- GRC
- Soterion
Duties & Responsibilities
Governance Risk and compliance (GRC)
- Owner of the Governance Risk & Compliance systems application.
- Applying the Business requirements of the Group to configuring the GRC application.
- Identify potential risk to the business for user access (segregation of duties) and business role development.
- Assessing, recommending and configuring financial and operational controls around all SAP and other ERP applications.
- Preparing and constructing blueprints from best practices for security of systems to reduce risk exposure.
User Access
- Administer and manage user provisioning and authorisations across the SAP and other ERP technology platforms and key IT Systems.
- Implement and document measures to safeguard the SAP and other ERP operating environments against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction or disclosure.
- Act as both SAP and other ERP systems Security, providing troubleshooting and problem resolution while supporting the active user environment.
- Custodian of Developer Keys in the SAP environment.
Business Role and User Management
- Develop, configure, and administer system Security components for all SAP and other ERP applications for the Group.
- Manage security administration, role design, and compliance for SAP and other ERP systems and other applications within the group.
- Redesign roles for remediation and advise on technical changes.
- Design, develop & document mitigations controls for business roles that have risk. 4. Additional Activities
- Provide leadership, guidance and direction to the group for reducing risk exposed through user access & business role development.
- Support the business and technical IT with 24 hour 7 days a week technical access support to ERP and other applications.
- Support Internal Audit with sensitive transaction and access analysis.
Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Technical design, development, testing, implementation, support, and documentation of system security around user access, business role management and risks within a SAP environment and other ERP systems.
- Work with various business and technical teams to build and maintain system security, participate in problem-solving, monitoring/resolving of technical incidents, researching and implementing best practice methods for role building, user access.
- Provide guidance and direction to other team members and ensure the technical competency of the team is maintained.
Reporting
- Provide reports, information and technical insight to business managers as and when required.
- Provide advisory services to other business entities that fall into the Rainbow Foods group. • Provide information for monthly key performance indicators.
Team Coordination
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising and self-development
- Responsible for the development and administration of user access rights on computer systems running SAP software and other ERP systems, advanced SAP software knowledge and a full understanding of security roles as they relate to SAP user profiles and other ERP systems, coaching staff on the understanding of security roles and SAP and other ERP systems software.
Deadline:28th May,2026
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- RCL FOODS is seeking an experience Warehouse Manager to join our Groceries Business Unit based in Randfontein.
- The successful incumbent will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of multiple on-site warehouses, ensuring optimal stock rotation, accurate order picking, and the timely loading of vehicles. The role also oversees service delivery across an extensive regional network managed through outsourced service providers.
- In addition, the incumbent will lead and optimise the performance of warehouse teams to ensure operational objectives are consistently achieved, while fostering and sustaining a high-performance culture.
Minimum Requirements
- Must have a Degree or higher qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- 7 years’ experience in a warehousing environment (4 of which should be in a leadership position).
- Working knowledge of a WMS and ERP system (Syspro and flow centric preferable).
- Working knowledge of MS Office, intermediate level in Excel.
- Sound knowledge of transport planning, fleet management, warehousing and distribution.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage inventory accuracy and control stock losses below 0.5%.
- Plan and coordinate receiving, storage, and dispatch for optimal flow and space utilisation.
- Ensure 100% on-time, in-full replenishment and daily clearance of production stock.
- Achieve vehicle turnaround time (TAT) <3 hours for 95% of loads.
- Monitor loading quality (short loads, damages, errors) and enforce corrective action.
- Lead and manage warehouse team performance, staffing, and training.
- Drive recruitment, performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary processes.
- Ensure overtime is controlled within limits and KPI performance is achieved.
- Build strong labour relations and maintain a stable, conflict-free work environment.
- Enforce health, safety, and quality standards; ensure audit readiness and compliance.
- Continuously improve warehouse efficiency, productivity, and cost performance.
- Maintain accurate records and generate reports on inventory and operations.
- Investigate and resolve operational issues, stock variances, and delays.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, legal, and company policies.
- Optimise warehouse structure, resource allocation, and team capability.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and best-practice implementation.
- Perform root cause analysis on stock and operational variances.
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- RCL FOODS is on the lookout for a talented National SHERQ Coordinator to join the Centre of Excellence (CoE) SHERQ team at our Head Office in Westville. This role would report to the SHE Compliance Manager. The successful candidate would need to have excellent technical knowledge pertaining to legislation and statutory requirements accompanied by remarkable experience.
- The SHERQ Coordinator will be required to maintain the CoE SHERQ Total Integrated Management System (FSSC 22000, ISO 45001, ISO 14 001 and ISO 9001) system and support RCL Foods business units and Westville.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a FMCG environment with preferably 3 years in an auditing role
- A tertiary qualification, minimum of a Diploma , Quality Management, Food Technology, Microbiology or Environmental Health.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 22 000, FSSC 22000, ISO 14001 and the ISO 45001 system development and implementation.
Knowledge Requirements:
- ISO systems.
- Industry Standards.
- National Legislation.
- Statutory Requirements.
- Plants and Process Operations.
- Quality Management.
- Working knowledge of organizations strategies, policies, and operations.
Experience and Training:
- Demonstrate the RCL Behaviours and additional competencies as below.
- Attention to detail and able to work independently. Inquisitive approach with an emphasis on sound interaction with lower, middle, and senior management.
- An understanding of multiple key performance indicators, inter-relationship, and bottom-line sensitivity.
- A sense of urgency; meet deadlines and drive for results.
- Proactive and functions well under pressure.
- PC expertise with emphasis on MS Office products and Excel is a prerequisite.
- Strong auditing skills.
- Presentation and reporting skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain and drive implementation of SHERQ related group company policies, guideline procedures, standards to ensure legal compliance to food safety, quality, health and safety and environmental customer standards.
- Trend, analyse, interpret and prepare health and safety and environmental reports.
- Provide advisory services to other departments and staff functions in SHERQ matters.
- Track progress of serious and critical external SHERQ audit findings including legal compliances raised across RCL and identify trends and report to management.
- Liaise with relevant departments to achieve SHE legislative compliance to meet company objectives and mitigate risk.
- Conducts internal audits across RCL according to plan.
- Ensure team members accurately and regularly captures data onto the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.
- Share relevant data with management teams to enable reliable business decision making.
- Training of all employees with regards to SHERQ related matters.
- Maintain RCL online SHEQ system.
- Ensure SHE Compliance at Westville site.
Provide Team leadership:
- Coach, support and train personnel at National Office and site SHEQ Co-ordinators and Risk Control Officers regarding Total Integrated Management System requirements to ensure compliance
Effective Teamwork & Self Management:
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrates effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self-development.
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
- Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
- Support and drive the business core values.
- Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
- Champions training and development of self and others through utilizing available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions relating to product costing in collaboration with national training specialists.
- Participate and drive in regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
- Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy.
Deadline;28th May,2026
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Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma in Food Technology or relevant is essential.
- 1 -3 years’ experience in FMCG.
- ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000 certificate will be an added advantage
Duties & Responsibilities
- Evaluate suppliers and report supplier deviations.
- Provide food safety and quality training to staff.
- Schedule and conduct internal audits.
- Investigate customer complaints.
- Develop and maintain a traceability and recall system.
- Pest management.
- Monitor quality of water used in the factory.
- Maintain hygiene standard inside the factory.
- Ensure that microbiological and chemical tests are conducted as per schedule and investigate deviations.
- Update and make changes on the product specifications.
- Conduct GMP inspections and PRP management.
- Report to QAT on out of specification issues regarding food safety.
- Manage all aspects of food safety within the processing plant and all related processes.
- Take necessary corrective actions on any deviations regarding food safety.
- Promote a strong QFS culture by facilitating toolbox talks and actively participating in Gemba walks
- Ensure data accuracy on the SHEQX system.
Deadline:26th May,2026
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