Job no: 523640
Brand: Finance, Procurement, Legal, Privacy
Work type: Full time
Location: Johannesburg West
Categories: Finance & Strategy
About the Role: The Management Accountant (MA) is responsible for driving finance strategy and efficiency to assist in developing the Independent Brand within Flight Centre Travel Group. Specifically focusing on growing the business model toward long term profit improvement and sustainability. The MA needs to have a high level of attention to detail as accuracy is essential in the role. The MA is responsible for Profit and Loss statements, preparation of various reports and reviews. Analysis and interpretation of monthly results and following up on significant variances are core skillsets which will ensure success in this role. Ensure compliance with company policies by applying the relevant accounting standards, maintaining the highest standard of financial control and ensuring that at all times Flight Centre Travel Group's minimum standards for financial systems and procedures are adhered to.
Key Responsibilities: Reporting
• Process all routine month end journal entries and perform all of the required month process in order to close off month end and report on company performance
• Ensuring all internal and external reporting deadlines are met
• Preparation of Monthly Handbooks as required by the brands
• Preparation of ad hoc reports as required by the business
• Responsible for assisting with the preparation of yearly, half yearly audit requirements
• Preparation of various month end reporting – New Business Turnover, Sales Wins etc.Yearly Budgeting and Forecasting
• Responsible for compiling budgets for each area of responsibility
• Consistency and accuracy in the preparation of business estimate/forecast on a weekly basisAdhoc Reporting and Analysis
• Financial analysis of monthly actual and forecast operational results
• Monthly expense analysis vs. budgets; vs. estimates and providing feedback to the business on fluctuations and overspending
• Assist Business Leaders with understanding the financial implications of business decisions through commercial awareness, preparation of ad hoc analysis and ongoing tracking of business performance
• Provide appropriate levels of challenge to the business with the aim of protecting profits
• Ad hoc commercial analysis as requiredBusiness Support
• Calculate and load commission for the independent contractors
• Making sure that the expense policy is understood and being enforced where necessary
• Reconciling travel and events spend in the Independent Brand and ensuring this is in line with budget
• Ensuring that business leaders adhere to financial policies
• Involvement in the business transition to new independent Brands (Envoyage) and new systems in the Independent eco-system.Financial Control
• Improve and maintain financial control within the Independent business and identify opportunities for efficiencies and reducing risk
• Ensure business leaders are operating within financial minimum standards
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and business processes
• Work with FC and Team Leader to address areas of concern identified by internal and external audit, ensuring that corrective action is taken where needed
• Deployment of group finance policies across the business
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring compliance with standards set by Group Financial Reporting and Compliance frameworksLeadership and Development
• Embrace an attitude for continual development and have a clear BOF plan within the company
• Create and regularly review personal development plan
• Identify simpler, smarter ways of carrying out responsibilities and challenge the status quoWhy Join Us? At Flight Centre Travel Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic, inclusive environment where your contributions make a tangible impact on our business success. You'll work alongside a passionate team committed to driving innovation and sustainable growth in the Independent Brand.
If you are a driven financial professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for strategic financial management, we'd love to hear from you!
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