Management Accountant
| Location | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Date Posted | March 15, 2020 |
| Category |
Accounting
Management |
| Job Type |
Full-time
|
| Currency | ZAR |
Description
We are looking to employ a management accountant for our agri-business, based at our offices in Stikland, Bellville. This role will support the CFO and with all matters relating to financial performance and analysis.We are looking to employ a management accountant for our agri-business, based at our offices in Parow Industria. This role will support the CFO and with all matters relating to financial performance and analysis.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for full finance function and monthly reporting
- Monthly month-end close, variance analysis and report submissions
- VAT submissions
- Cash flow forecasts and cash management
- Quarterly forecasting
- Liaising with external auditors
- Build relationships with all external stakeholders (customers, suppliers, banks, SARS, etc)
- Ensure best practice is applied in all financial disciplines
- Formulation of capex business plans
- Ad-hoc financial and admin functions
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Relevant Accounting qualifications – BCom with at least 3 – 5 years experience in a similar role
- Experience in managing a team
- Computer Literacy: Strong PC and MS Office Suite skills (Excel Advanced Level); experience with Sage Evolution would be advantageous
In addition to the above, the candidate should also display the following:
- Ability to form close working relationships with non-finance members of staff
- Effective communicator, building trust and influence where required
- Strong business planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling skills
- Exposure to stock management in a wholesale/retail environment
- Ability to quickly analyse financial data and report on findings
- Experience in reporting to senior management
- Attention to detail and methodical approach
- Speed and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work with little supervision
- Must be assertive and a self-starter
If you wish to be considered, please submit an updated copy of your CV as soon as possible.
