Financial Manager ( Saica/Articles/ Fmcg/ Retail Experience)

Switch Consultants • Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

10 days ago

Job description

POSITION: FINANCE MANAGER

REPORTING TO: FINANCE DIRECTOR

LOCATION: BRYANSTON

JOB PURPOSE:

To prepare management accounts monthly and quarterly forecast, performance variances, inventory review between stock and system.
Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Preparation of annual financial statements

Preparation and monitoring of budgets

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reconciliation of customer and supplier accounts
Report on discrepancies on Debtors and Creditors Age analysis
Establish and maintain proper relationships with customers and suppliers
Management of Cashbook and petty cash
Preparation of monthly reports
Liaise with relevant internal departments to provide the necessary documentation for the preparation of financial statements.
Evaluate data pertaining to cost in order plan budgets
Assist with the preparation and monitoring of budgets
Ensure that accurate budget or forecast templates are loaded onto the system
Maintain and monitor fixed asset register
Ensuring financial ledgers are completed accurately and maintained in a timely manner
Act as liaison with auditors
Investigate and follow-up on discrepancies of audits reports and reporting thereof to management
Management of trial balance and attending to queries on balance sheet recons
Completion of statutory reports for VAT, income tax and PAYE
Assist with the management of tax compliance for the organization
Ensuring that the company adheres to SARS regulations and IFRS financial principles
Ensure compliance with existing company policies and procedures
Compile monthly management accounts
Prepare accurate financial and regulatory reports, Income Statements, Balance Sheets and Cash Flows as required by management, law and the Board of Directors
Preparation of annual financial statements

Perform ad-hoc duties as requested by management from time to time

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Relevant tertiary degree in Accounting / Finance/ CA
Previous experience working as a Financial Manager, working on FMCG accounts
Must have completed articles
Experience in an FMCG environment is essential
Understanding of IFRS standards is essential
Proficiency in MS office Package e.g. Excel. Word, Internet and PowerPoint
SAGE Evolution knowledge will be advantageous
Excellent problem solving, decision making and interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership skills
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to communicate in Afrikaans will be advantageous
Ability to cope well under pressure
A track record of documented successes and achievements
Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business conditions and changing priorities
Experience in handling high volume accounts

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Financial Manager