About the position
- JOB SCOPE:
- We are looking for a highly driven finance professional to: Manage management reporting and analysis of the Company's affairs. Support management decision with timely and meaning supply of information with relevant analysis.
- The Management Accountant's responsibilities include:
- Preparation and timely reporting of various management reports- Analysis of Company performance, books of accounts and highlighting control gaps, if any- Identifying and report on areas of improvement in terms of processes, book keeping.
- PRIMARY TASK:
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Liaise with managerial staff and other colleagues in order for smooth and timely availability of inputs required for management reports
- Prepare relevant input schedules in support of management reports, accurately and timely.
- Prepare and analyze input-output stock reconciliation; liaise with other production heads for reasons of yield and other variances
- Analyze inventory and debtors ageing reports and report on risk areas
- Conduct detailed financial analysis, cost assessments, and variance analysis to identify opportunities for operational improvement and enhanced profitability.
- Analyze fixed costs against budget and report on variances
- Supervise direct and ensure timely and accurate inputs are available from them
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, long-term financial plans, and financial projections.
- Provide support in internal and external audits, ensuring documentation and explanations are readily available.
- Prepare and report Capex spending, keep track of project costs against budgets, escalate likely deviation to management in time
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts that align with the company's objectives.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and relevant laws.
- Streamline processes to enhance accuracy, and optimize efficiency.
- QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Business Skills- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; - CA (SA) or CIMA qualification is advantageous.
- Proven experience of at least 5-7 years in a manufacturing environment as a Management Accountant or in a similar financial role Proven ability to manage teams, build relationships, work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, influence others, and lead initiatives
- The ability to work with SAP S4 Hana.
- Good understanding of Accounting standards (IFRS) and tax legislations.
- Advance level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is a MUST
- Strong analytical and communication skills.- Sound problem-solving skills.
- INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
- Ability to work in a team.
- Good leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to properly interpret, apply and make decisions in accordance with the relevant policies.
- High integrity and judgment.
- An ability to generate trust and build alliances with co-workers.
- Ability to work well with the management team.
- Adept in developing and maintaining relationship with all stakeholders
- Go-getter approach
- Fluent in written and spoken English
Desired Skills:
Desired Work Experience:
Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:
- Degree
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants