At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.

Why Join I&J?

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

Your Next Career Move Starts Here! Join our I&J Head Office in Woodstock, Cape Town as a Commercial Finance Manager and play a key role in driving business profitability by partnering with non-finance teams to analyze data, optimize pricing, and manage risks.               

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Finance Director
• Direct Reports: 3

Key Areas of Impact:

• Involvement in sales demand forecasting, sensitivity analysis and provide meaningful analysis on sales variance reports in support of sales teams - local and international.
• Understanding of price elasticity analysis and individual SKU profit contributions.
• Sales pricing decision making, implementation of pricing adjustments and allowances and scenario planning analysis to support pricing and tactical discount decisions.
• Product costing and profitability analysis.
• Manage customer credit insurance, debtor balances and debtor provisions.
• Month end close-off, accounting and reporting procedures, including review of trial balance, general ledger accounts and reconciliations.
• Reporting and analysis of working capital management performance against targets including monthly debtor, Accounts Payable and stock analysis.
• Providing financial information and coordinate projects that result in effective management and sound decision making in key functional areas, Commercial, Research and Development, Procurement and Logistics.
• Project evaluation, monitoring and measurement - opex and capex project, including support for Sales, Marketing and new product development initiatives.
• Identify and drive projects - IT and other that will increase efficiency and accuracy in the Commercial and Supply Chain environment.
• Maintenance of internal controls and compliance with company policies.
• Review and update standard operating procedures in line with required controls.
• Detailed and insightful reporting on the performance of the category and shared services costs across the business - distribution, sales, finance, etc.
• Preparation of budgets and quarterly profit forecasts within a commercial environment.
• Business unit and AVI reporting requirements i.e. monthly reports, budgets, quarterly profit forecasts, Exco reporting packs.
• Interim and year-end results processes - including the external and internal audit processes.
• Financial risk management of the category including annual insurance declarations.

What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:                       

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Commercial Finance and Costing in a Manufacturing / FMCG environment

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• A completed CA (SA) or CIMA qualification is required.

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• SAP experience
• Advanced Excel / Power BI
• Strong knowledge of management accounting and costing philosophies and practices
• Knowledge of IFRS and risk management practices
• Current tax legislation and regulations
• Systematic, accurate and positive approach to performing duties
• Able to work in both detailed and conceptual modes
• Able to quickly assimilate new information and understand business issues

Take the Next Step with I&J

Join us to shape the future of South African seafood while making a meaningful impact on communities and the environment and be part of a team committed to excellence and making a positive impact.