Finance & Accounting Manager

Job Summary Controlling the overall management of the finance division and responsible for and involved in the finance and cost accounting departments (including consolidated reporting), planning department, accounts receivable department, accounts payable department and sales department Duties Management of finance projectsResponsible for all company secretarial functions of the holding company and subsidiariesEnsure corporate governance issues adhered toResponsible for the entire Treasury function which includes the management of cash flow, directly or indirectly, banking relationships and Regional Treasury Centre relationship and reporting.Cost cutting initiativesImplement and maintain LG GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS controlsManage monthly accounting closing including division closing and management of closing deadlines, targets and reporting.Performing tax planning and providing tax advice and reduce tax risk on a company and group level including VAT, PAYE, SDL, UIF, CIT, TP, Customs and Ad Valorum Tax.Management of internal and external audit function and reportingResponsible for policy and documentation design and maintenanceGlobal coordination and alignmentAssisting top management in designing and implementing adequate systems of control and accessing current systems for weaknessMaintain an education programme to continually develop skillsKeep track with trends affecting business both locally and internationallyEnsuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures Competencies Analytical and good financial skillsDetail oriented and highly organizedIndepth knowledge of taxAbility to resolve queries fastInterpersonal and people management skillsGood Communication skillsTime management and ability to prioritiseSelf starter and proactiveHigh learning aptitudeManagement of finance projectsMS office competent (advanced Level) 5 7 years Managerial Experience Knowledge in commerce and international business Working experience in various cultures is strongly preferred Qualified CA (SA) or equivalent Experience in preparing various tax types Detailed knowledge of dealing with SARS on tax related issues