To oversee and manage the financial planning, reporting, analysis, and strategic financial functions of the company’s livestock fund and feedlot operations. The role ensures alignment between operational performance and financial goals to drive profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support operational and investment goals.Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

• Support strategic decision-making by providing scenario planning, ROI analysis, and risk assessments.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards (IFRS).

• Produce financial performance dashboards and KPIs for stakeholders.

• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost structures to ensure financial health and liquidity.

Operational Oversight

• Work closely with feedlot managers and operational teams to align financial outcomes with farm activities.

• Analyze cost per head, feed conversion ratios, mortality rates, and other production metrics in financial terms.

• Oversee procurement budgeting and contract management with suppliers (e.g., feed, livestock, veterinary).

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to regulatory, tax, and audit requirements.

• Maintain internal controls and financial systems that support operational integrity.

• Identify and mitigate financial risks across the business.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Report financial performance and outlooks to investors, lenders, and board members.

• Support fundraising, investor reporting, and due diligence efforts for the livestock fund.

• Serve as the financial liaison between farm management and corporate finance.

Key Competencies

• Strategic financial thinker with strong analytical capabilities.

• Ability to translate operational data into financial performance insights.

• Strong communication and leadership skills for cross-functional collaboration.

• High attention to detail with ability to manage complex budgets and forecasts.

• Adaptable, pragmatic, and solutions-driven in dynamic farm and fund environments.

Desirable (but not required)

• Exposure to private equity or investment fund reporting.

• Experience in ESG/sustainability reporting within agri-business.

• Knowledge of livestock genetics, nutrition, or veterinary costing beneficial.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

• Performance-based incentives and potential equity participation.

• Additional benefits (e.g., medical aid, retirement contribution, travel allowance).

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) – Required

• Minimum of 5–8 years’ post-articles experience, with at least 3 years in a senior finance role.

• Agricultural finance or livestock industry experience – Required

• Solid understanding of feedlot operations, commodity markets, and agricultural investment structures.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, Pastel).

Contact information

Tamlyn