Financial Manager

• Prepare and analyze flash reports and actual performance reports.
• Review and approve requisitions in line with delegated authority and budget requirements.
• Review VAT calculations and submissions to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Review and approve journal entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepare and review the monthly Cluster Pack for management reporting purposes.
• Prepare month-end financial report commentary, providing insights into financial performance and key variances.
• Identify, support, and implement improvements in daily transaction processing and financial reporting processes.
• Review monthly financial reporting and provide detailed commentary and analysis.
• Support and guide the accounting team during month-end close processes, including journal entries, Profit and Loss reviews, and Balance Sheet reconciliations and analysis.
• Prepare and coordinate the annual operating plan and budget process.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of forecasts and revisions to the operating plan.
• Prepare and present CFO reports, highlighting key financial metrics, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee and review stock count processes to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity.
• Review payroll processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Review Executive Committee (Exco) reports and provide financial input and insights.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements (AFS) in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and review corporate tax calculations and supporting schedules.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for both internal and external auditors, coordinating audit requirements and resolving audit queries.
• Prepare insurance declaration schedules and related supporting documentation.
• Conduct financial review meetings with business unit leaders and key stakeholders.
• Prepare Accounts Packs and Tax Packs to support financial reporting, compliance, and audit requirements.
• Ensure strong financial governance, internal controls, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Preferred qualifications/attributes/skills:

• Bachelors degree in commerce (Accounting, Economics, Auditing)
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
• Tax & VAT Compliance
• Audit Management
• Financial Controls & Governance
• Stakeholder Management
• Process Improvement
• Team Leadership & Coaching
• Month-End & Year-End Close Management
• Strategic Financial Business Partnering
• Clean criminal and Credit record

Employment consideration will be in accordance with the Employment Equity Act requirements
Should you not hear from us within 14 days after closing date, your application should be considered unsuccessful