Management Accountant wanted immediately: Salary R480 000 to R520 000 per year

East Rand, Gauteng
Permanent
R480 000 – R520 000 a year

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position based at Wadeville. This successful person will report to the Regional Financial Manager.

Purpose Statement of the Position
To assist and support management in the process of continuous improvement by constant evaluation of the business to identify possible shortcomings or opportunities that may arise in terms of operational efficiency and risk.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

Ensure a cost effective and efficient financial support platform to provide a value adding financial function
Responsible for the operational cost management of the site
Render effective and efficient operational cost control at the site
Circulate guidelines on the preparation of budget and forecasts to the Cost Centre Owners
Build effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders
Support and assist managers in compiling OPEX and capital budgets/forecasts
Coordinate processing of budget/forecasts and effective financial control for year-end
Management reporting of OPEX and Liquor and material variance explanations
Report on the status of the capital budget and manage and co-ordinate asset register
Assist and guide cost center managers with financial information, proper variance declarations and the interpretation of expenses
Highlight areas of concern in OPEX or variances and recommend corrective action where possible
Ensure site complies with ICC(Internal controls), self-assessments, stock takes and internal audit programs
Ensure that the volume budget and forecasts are compiled in accordance with actual trends and future developments, circulated to DC & TX managers
Evaluate validity and accuracy of detail budget working papers
Ensure that the volume for budgets and forecasts are compiled in accordance with actual trends and future developments, circulated to DC & TX managers.
Analyse previous months / year expenses to ensure the completeness of budgets
Prepare the various KPI analyses and evaluate trends
Prepare regional budget for presentation to HO
Adjust budget after HO presentation if required
Perform internal audits in the region as per annual audit plan
Prepare audit report on irregularities, weaknesses and risks
Co-ordinate and evaluate monthly Internal Control Checklists
Ensure proper control exists with regards to ISO compliance
Assist external and internal auditors during audits
Ensure capital request forms are completed accurately
Ensure that all motivations & tenders given are appropriate and accurate
Ensure that requests are approved timeously by Regional management and sent to HO for final approval
If request has been approved inform applicant and track progress thereof
Ensure that all regional assets are maintained on SAP’s asset register and accounted for
Identify training and development plans
Perform projects as per: Regional business plan, Management request
Manage adhoc commercial requests
Perform financial analysis and generate insights which support business decision making
Perform the stand in function of the Central Region Management Account to manage the business requirements
Perform the stand in function for the Regional FM when required

The successful candidate must have the following experience & qualification:

Relevant Accounting degree
CIMA/Postgraduate qualification will be highly advantageous
Minimum 3 years relevant business experience
Advanced MS Office skills
Sound knowledge of SAP
Communication skills that include excellent negotiation skills, ability to network and excellent
presentation skills
High energy levels and a self-starter
Good analytical skills and ability to interpret and present financial and statistical data
Strong decision making and problem solving ability
Opportunity seeking attitude with sound business skills and judgement
Excellent time management skills and a sense of urgency
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Ability to prioritize and see tasks through to completion with ease
Deadline driven and the ability to work well under pressure
Takes initiative