Minimum requirements for the role: A bachelors degree in accounting or finance and a postgraduate in accounting or finance; CA articles or similar is essential for this role.Previous experience having worked within a Financial Manager role within a manufacturing or distribution industry is essential for the role.Previous management experience having managed a finance team is essential for the role.A CA with an auditing background is preferred for the role as it can be quite technical from an accounting perspective due to the consolidation and annual audit that are conducted.The successful candidate must have accounting processing and financial reporting systems knowledge, exposure and experience.Leadership and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work on their own initiative and time management.Excellent analytical ability and interpersonal skills as well as strong data management skills.Must have extensive experience with regards to budgeting and cashflow management.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Leading a financial team taking full ownership for all cost accounting, financial management and financial reporting functions within the company.Producing financial reports, managing cashflow and developing strategies to achieve the long-term financial goals of the company.Ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures and stakeholder requirements,Establishing and overseeing budgeting preparation, management and monitoring processes.Performing financial analysis, reporting and management activities.Ensuring that the financial reports are prepared and delivered on time.Reviewing financial data for accuracy, correctness and completeness.Monitoring and managing all expenses within the allotted budget.
Review annual budgets and recommend any changes if needed.Developing and monitoring standard accounting procedures to improve financial operations efficiency.Establishing key financial strategies to enhance business profitability.Ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements relating to financial control, financial management and accounting in accordance with IFRS and SARS.Ensuring appropriate external audit arrangements are in place and manage the process for financial and bee audits.Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.