Job purpose:

Receiving and inspection of goods from suppliers and Weylandts Stores within the company.

This is a permanent position.

Main accountabilities:

• Assist in the offloading of containers on a day-to-day basis.
• Receiving of goods from Suppliers or Weylandt Stores against the correct paperwork.
• Ensure all products are labeled and inspected to make sure it corresponds to the specific product being received against the following information or product characteristics Re: Code, Description, Color, Product release information and QTY.
• Ensure all goods are packed / wrapped correctly to prevent damages.
• Assist Team Leader with re-organizing and moving of stock.
• Ensure that the housekeeping within the receiving area is always kept in neat and tidy condition.
• Report any damages, problems or concerns relating to stock or within the Receiving facility to your Team Leader/ immediate Supervisor.
• Always ensure a high standard of Customer Service (both internal and external) by providing an excellent service in the receiving area.
• Assist other departments where needed and requested by Team Leader/ immediate Supervisor.
• Compliance with all Health and Safety Rules and Regulations, ensuring that any areas of concern are notified to your Team Leader / Supervisor.

Education level/qualifications required
Functional experience

• One to two  years functional working experience in the same or a similar field.
• You will be physically fit and must be able to move and lift heavy furniture.
• Assembling skill/experience will be an advantage.
• Sound product knowledge of Weylandts products, including how goods are manufactured, material and processes used.

Behavioural competencies

• As well as technical skills required above, the employee must be able to plan and organise workload.
• The individual must be able to take initiative, have excellent technical skills and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Taking ownership for the position, he/she must demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude be a team player, show initiative and be able to work with minimum supervision.
• The incumbent must also be able to work under pressure and be willing to go the extra mile to get the job done.

Posted on 02 Mar 16:46

Job description

Are you passionate about animals? Are you looking for a rewarding career that doesn’t come with a corporate suit and tie? If you thrive under pressure and are keen to make a difference then you may be the right person to join TEARS Animal Rescue’s dynamic but small fundraising and marketing team. Leading animal rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming non-profit organization, TEARS Animal Rescue is looking for a Fundraising and Marketing Account Executive to join our team.  The Account Executive supports the work of the Marketing and Fundraising Director, acts as a key contact point for donors and suppliers, and co-ordinates the print, data and production of donor and direct marketing and fundraising campaigns.  Please note this is an agency entry level role. You should have excellent attention to detail, be computer-literate with excellent writing and numeracy skills. You should have a clear understanding of direct marketing and be comfortable dealing with data and databases. While this is an agency entry level role, experience working in a marketing agency role or in a fundraising environment would be a distinct advantage.  To do this, you will: 

• Support the marketing and fundraising team 
• Ensure marketing and fundraising collateral is up to date  
• Maintain and manage the TEARS donor database  
• Ensure that the Fundraising contact and communication plan is implemented on time and relevant stakeholders are briefed  
• Seek to grow the existing B2B donor base 
• Build relationships with new and established donors and Foundations to drive fundraising goals and meet growth goals. 
• Donor retention and extension is an important aspect of the job. Oversee post donation communication and maintain back-end copy to encourage a legacy of giving and maintain a long-term association. 
• Research and understand fundraising and CSI drivers  
• Monitor current trends within the non-profit and fundraising sectors 
• Compile weekly reports on DEVMAN (donor-management system) to share with key internal stakeholders and identify areas of opportunity or risk 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent tertiary education in Marketing/PR/Sales 
• SA driver’s license and own vehicle 
• Information management on an online CRM tool 
• Excel and excellent writing skills 
• Strong research and communication skills 
• Planning and organizing 
• Problem analysis and problem solving 
• A passion for animals  
• Excellent interpersonal skills  
• Self-starter and problem-solver.  
• Good attention to detail and strong time management and organisational skills.  
• Comfortable working under pressure and to deadline. 
• Direct Marketing and Social Media experience a bonus 

(blogging/Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/LinkedIn is essential) Send a covering letter and your CV to target=”_blank Closing date for applications: 15 March 2021 If you have not heard back from us within 14 days your application has not been successful.  

Posted on 02 Mar 16:09

Job description

Our Finance Team is looking for a trustworthy, innovative and passionate maternity cover for a Financial Manager who is able to assist with technical accounting, management reporting, audit completion and the preparation of financial statements.

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to align with the company culture, work well within a team, be self-motivated and actively involved in overseeing the end to end process in the applicable area of responsibility.  In addition, the successful candidate should have the high energy levels required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment

 Duties and responsibilities:

•  Ensure accurate and complete reporting in the Annual Financial Statements and management accounts, including the Group consolidations. This is done through a combined role of review and feedback as well as preparing reporting.
• Assist other team members with any technical accounting queries they may have, ensuring they gain learning from the interaction in order to support their own professional development.
• Prepare technical accounting position papers and assist with the roll-out of new accounting standards.
• Determine the requirement for and the value of technical accounting journals.
• Assist in preparing month-end and year-end financial accounts and reports.
• Assist in accumulating and analysing information needed to ensure the requirements for these reports are met and information is ready on time.
• Assist with the year-end audit as required.
• Assist in interrogating GL accounts on the instruction of the CFO This will include:
  • Interrogating and reconciling SAGE and merchandising data
  • Collaborating with non-finance team members to better understand the data and their needs for it.
  • Prepare user friendly reports according to the needs of users
  • When required explain the reports to other team members.
  • Suggest accounting journals based on the interrogation (where required)
• Prepare store finance models.
• Report on budget vs actual performance, providing commentary and examples when required for the fluctuations.
• Assist in the preparation of Income tax calculations.
• Review the monthly VAT calculations and submissions.

Key Focus Areas:

• Accurate preparation of management accounts and reporting
• Actively contribute to the development and growth of other team members
• Preparation and implementation of technical accounting papers and presentations
• Manage the process surrounding the preparation of the annual financial statements, including a consolidation.
• Support the external audit process.

Requirements

Experience and Qualifications:

• Qualified CA(SA)
• Microsoft Office proficient
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Should show an aptitude for mastering new IT systems.

 Skills:

• Good articulation with excellent English written & verbal communication skills  
• Ability to work independently and manage their own time
• Strong communication skills
• Able to play a role in developing junior team members
• Be able to work well in a team and collaborate with others
• Methodical, detail-orientated and accurate
• Deadline and outcomes focused
• Ability to prioritize, manage your time, maintain high levels of drive & initiative while under pressure
• Ability to resolve problems and conflict
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization
• Ability to make sound decisions
• Strong planning, organizing and coordinating skills

Posted on 01 Mar 15:01