This large manufacturing concern is currently seeking the services of an AA Finance Manager, who will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

Overall Job Purpose:

• Responsible for management reporting and financial reporting of the business ensuring accuracy of information, timely preparation and compliance with relevant accounting standards, taxation laws, company policies and other applicable regulations.
• Manage the Finance department ensuring the various accounting functions are performed to a high standard and meet set objectives.
• Lead and co-ordinate the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Provide financial insight and decision-making support to the various functional areas of the business.
• Ensure adherence to and continuous improvement of system of internal controls, company policies and procedures.

Essential Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (SA).  Membership with SAICA.
• Must have experience and understanding of a control environment. Must be able to develop, implement, maintain, and document management control policies and procedures.
• Must be able to perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Must have experience with SAP Financial modules.
• Must have experience in year-end audit and reporting process.
• Must have experience in the budgeting process.
• Must have experience in managing people, developing GPA’s and IDPs.
• Must be able to draft financial statements.
• Must have experience in cash flow forecasting, cash and Forex management.
• Must have experience in preparing variance analyses and engaging with functional departments on adverse variances, potential overruns and mitigating actions.

Business and Financial Accountabilities:

• Audit, internal control, and statutory compliance.
• VAT and taxation.
• Budgets and forecasts.
• Cash and banking, foreign exchange, and treasury management.
• Balance sheet accountability.
• Shareholder and management reporting.
• Risk management.
• Cost and month end reporting
• Billing model.
• Payroll.
• Fixed assets.
• Master data maintenance.
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Inventory and cost management.
• HSSE and quality.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and impact to business. Must be able to explain the importance and impact of specific accounting issues to Management and Shareholders.
• Understanding taxation matters.
• Forex management and accounting treatment thereof.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good leadership capabilities and supervision skills.
• SAP knowledge.
• Proactive requiring minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure in a results driven environment.
• Attention to detail.

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