Job Description
Our dynamic client in the manufacturing sector is urgently seeking a Senior Management Accountant .
This role facilitates strategic decision-making through effective budgeting, forecasting, and cost management. Additionally, it enhances operational efficiency by ensuring compliance with audit standards, optimizing asset and treasury management, and maintaining the integrity of financial systems and processes. The position also fosters organizational success through collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement of financial practices.
DIMENSIONS
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act
- Labour Relations Act
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Internal Policies and Procedures
- Skills Development Act
- Companies Act
- Corporate Governance
- IFRS Standards
- Taxation Laws
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Financial Planning and Reporting
- Prepare and analyze financial reports for the Print Division.
- Compile and present monthly sales reports.
- Assist with flash results queries and variance analyses.
- Prepare and submit monthly management packs.
- Ensure all group reporting deadlines are met, including month-end, budgets, audits, and forecasts.
Machine and Labour Rates
- Assist the Financial Manager in calculating machine and labor rates.
Audits
- Support external auditors with relevant information for annual audits.
- Assist the Financial Manager with audit deliverables and respond to auditor requests within agreed time frames
Budgets
- Ensure adherence to all budget timelines.
- Assist in preparing and consolidating sales budgets.
- Budget specific general ledger accounts by department and region.
- Support the preparation of rebates budgets.
Forecasts
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly and ad hoc forecasts for the business unit.
Asset Management
- Prepare capital expenditure justifications.
- Assist with fixed asset verification in collaboration with factory department heads.
Treasury
- Verify accuracy of banking details and payment reconciliations before financial manager approval.
Projects
- Support special financial projects as required.
- Assist with ad hoc financial requests from the Financial Manager.
Financial and ERP Systems
- Import monthly sales data into the ERP system.
- Generate and analyze sales reports.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Skills and Knowledge
- Minimum of a B.Comm or equivalent qualification.
- CIMA qualification (or progress towards completion) is advantageous.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and understanding of database structures.
- 3 to 5 years of management accounting and financial analysis experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong business acumen.
- Critical and strategic thinking skills.
- Relationship-building capabilities across all levels of the organization.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
CONTACT RELATIONSHIPS
- Senior Management
- Financial Institutions
- Auditors
