Job Description
Ref.-Nr. : ZA00772
Schedule type : Full Time
Contract Type : Full Time
What we are looking for
The Financial Reporting Analyst will be responsible to deliver accurate and insightful financial reporting, ensuring compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements while supporting management with analysis, forecasting and decision‑making across a complex, manufacturing‑focused business.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage reporting timelines – for internal and group purposes.
- Develop and enhance key reports, dashboards used by management.
- Develop automated reporting processes to increase efficiency and reduce the need for manual work.
- Ensure data is accurate and consistent across reporting by establishing and enforcing clear data quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, IFRS and Group Accounting Manual.
- Consolidate information for South African entities into group‑level management reports.
- Strengthen analysis of information, providing meaningful insights into performance and deviation analysis for management including areas for improvement.
- Investigate and explain abnormal expenditures during month‑end close.
- Review month end journals for accuracy and completeness.
- Liaise with various departments to ensure accurate recording of transactions at month end.
- Calculate cost of sales at standard rates, conduct GP% reality checks, and compile Other Operating Income statements
- Perform scenario analysis as needed to support strategic decisions.
What qualifications you should have
BTech / BCom degree in Accounting / Finance or equivalent qualification.SAIPA Professional Accountant (SA) qualification in good standing.At least 5 years' experience in the manufacturing environment.Extra advantageous : Manufacturing industry experience; Experience in data analysis tools such as Power BI / SQL / Alteryx; Advance SAP S / 4HANA knowledge; experience in leveraging SAP for reporting and reconciliation.Strong understanding of IFRS, including application and practical updates.MS Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, modelling) and MS Word; strong MS Office skills overall.Strong analytical thinking with ability to interpret financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.Experience with ERP systems and a track record of automating and streamlining reporting processes.Proactive, detail‑oriented and able to work independently under tight deadlines while resolving complex financial issues.Excellent stakeholder collaboration skills across finance, compliance, strategy, IT, and operations.What we offer you
Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fundMedical SchemesOpportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition DivisionExtensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeingCareer development and progress opportunitiesIndividual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary optionsInnovative and dynamic working environment and cultureWork as part of a team with real purpose in what we doParticipation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and eventsIs this job a match or a miss?
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