Factory Manager

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Job Description

Viti Foods Ltd manufactures canned fish for local and export markets. Canning a range of Tuna and Mackerel products under its own brands as well as contract manufacturing for a variety of retailers and international traders ensures Viti Foods continues to produce at optimum volumes ensuring maximum factory efficiency.

The Finance Manager is responsible for the management of Finance functions at Viti Foods Pte Limited. This position reports to the General Manager, Viti Foods Pte Limited and indirectly to Group Chief Financial officer at CJ Patel Pte Limited.

Outcomes

Capital Stakeholders (Owners)
1. Well informed stakeholders
Financial reports and financial analysis provided on a timely basis Budget and dynamic forecasts provided on a timely basis Business plans prepared and updated on timely basis
2. Strategically focused organisation
Strategic plan implemented and managed on a timely basis   Commercial viability managed    Organisation focused on core business at all times
Organisational Stakeholders
1. Financial services provided
Payroll is accurate and timely  Due-diligence of financial proposals and projects are completed accurately and on a timely basis Business intelligence reporting to management is accurate and timely                   Changes to the company's business environment communicated on timely basis Comparative analysis of the company's business performance against competitors' performance and market trends ensured                              Cost-management system implemented and cost reduction opportunities optimized at all times Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process ensured
2. Statutory and operational compliant ensured
Statutory and regulatory compliant at all times                 Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) Fiji National Provided Fund (FNPF) Companies Act Fiji National University (FNU) Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) Compliance with group, organisational policies and operational procedures at all times Audit recommendations are implemented in a timely manner Audit preparation work allowing for timely completion of the annual financial statements and corporate tax returns managed Accurate filing ensured  Internal audits involving reviewing of accounting and administrative controls ensured Statutory financial statements audit FSSC 22000 audit and supplier management certification Timely preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting coordinated
3. Well informed management
Daily, weekly and monthly reports provided on an accurate and timely basis Monthly forecasts  Sales report  Monthly export reports Quarterly Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) returns Quarterly board papers to the Board of Directors  Quality analysis and reporting to management and factory staff whenever required ensured
4. Effective Human Capital Management ensures a productive, stable and increasingly capable workforce
Supervision of and professional guidance to Finance staff ensured Training needs and competency gaps of staff assessed and managed in partnership with management and HR Department Good Manufacturing practices ensured  Succession planing ensured
5. Safe work environment promoted and ensured at all times
Work place safety is ensured  Communication of Safety, Health and Environment to all team members are on an on-going basis Occupational Health & Safety systems promote zero workplace injury at all times Local environmental regulation is aligned with work place safety on an on-going basis Workplace hazards eliminated at all times Systems assist in the identification and elimination of work place hazards on an on-going basis
6. Viti Foods Pte Limited's values upheld and demonstrated at all times
Collaborate with other teams for the benefit of the organisation Monitor and encourage team members to uphold image and value standards Uphold and demonstrate the organisation's image and values Business practice and decisions are ethical and aligned to organization policy and procedures Confidentiality of financial and operational information ensured at all times

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Strategic Development	Establish the strategic direction and steer the organisation towards its goals
Risk Management	Analyse and manage risk.
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Information Analysis	Make informed decisions by collecting and interpreting data and information
Customer
Commercial Focus	Optimize the commercial viability of the organisation.
People
Facilitation	Assist the progress of work ensuring its timely and effective completion.
Problem Solving	Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Financial Application	Apply financial principles and practices.
Operational
Stock Control	Acquire and monitor stock to meet business needs

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Degree	Accounting and Finance
Desirable
Higher Degree incl. Post Grad Cert or Dip	Business Management or Business Administration or related fields, Accounting/Finance

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. Minimum experience of three to four years' in a similar position. Work experience in or working knowledge of manufacturing industry is desirable
2. Working knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
3. Computer literate and good documentation skills
4. Analytical thinking ability and good communication skills
5. Experience/knowledge of auditing and product costing

Requirements

Professional Associations
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Certified Chartered Accountant

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
Finance Team
Management Team
Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer
External
Taxation Authority
Regulators
Statutory Authorities
Suppliers

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Integrity	Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Detail oriented	Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Resilient	Cope positively with stress and catastrophe. Bounces back from setbacks, mistakes or misfortunes.
Interpersonal Styles
Objective	Impartial and honest in dealings with others, eliminating own feelings and view to reach a balanced judgement.
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Thinking Styles
Holistic thinker	Considers issues/situations as a whole rather than analysing or dissecting the parts.
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Disciplined/Systematic	Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.
Numerate	Shows abilities in quantitative thought and expression.