Reports to: Head of FinanceLocation: Westlake, Tokai, Cape TownPurpose:To assist the Head of Finance with various accounting operations of the company, including the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk. To enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.Key Functional Areas (but not limited to):Assist in overseeing the operations of the accounting department, including the design of a supporting structure adequate for recording and processing day-to-day transactions to achieve the department's goals and objectives.Provide leadership and mentoring to all staff in the finance department, ensuring they are adequately skilled and trained to achieve success in their respective roles.Manage and ensure that all production processes and procedures are followed to meet production goals.Develop and drive continuous improvement.Assist in the management of various financial accounting functions, including inventory, debtors, creditors, VAT, fixed assets, general ledger, company taxation, cash flow, forex, and insurance.Review and submission of weekly and monthly results to Libstar.Review and submission of monthly management accounts to Libstar.Preparation of quarterly board packs.Budgeting and forecasting.Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and predicting future trends.Facilitating the half-year and year-end audit process (June and December).Liaison with external and internal auditors.Governance and compliance, including improving internal controls.Performance management of finance staff, including setting of KPIs.Manage finance-related systems and internal controls.Assist with the management of net working capital and forex exposure.Provisional and income tax computation.Ensure tax and legal compliance.Assist with ad hoc projects.Role Capabilities:Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and facilitation skills with the ability to work with others to achieve objectives.Excellent management skills while adhering to standards, efficiency, effectiveness, and results orientation.Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills.Excellent presentation and report writing skills.Excellent numerical and financial calculation skills.Education and Required Knowledge:Qualified Chartered Accountant.Demonstrated knowledge related to accounting and enterprise systems, taxation legislation, etc.Minimum of 7-10 years relevant experience within a similar role.Experience within the FMCG environment would be advantageous.High level of computer literacy, especially in Excel and ERP systems (knowledge of Syspro would be advantageous).Good people management skills (motivation, team building, discipline).Personal Characteristics:Problem solver with the ability to work under pressure.Ability to work within and lead a diverse team.Accuracy and attention to detail.Strong analytical skills with the ability to plan work and meet deadlines.Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.High levels of personal discipline.Excellent planning and organizing skills.Trustworthy.Deadline driven and results oriented.Ability to work on own initiative, prioritize work, and handle pressure.If you have not received a response within four weeks of the closing date for applications, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.To consider any application for employment, we will have to process your personal information. The Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA), provides that when one processes another's personal information, such collection, retention, dissemination, and use of that person's personal information must be done in a lawful and transparent manner.To give effect to the above, we are required to provide you with information regarding the processing of your personal information. This information is recorded under the HR Processing Notice, which can be accessed and viewed on the Company website at https://www.libstar.co.za/legal/.
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