Position description / overview:

• The duties of this role include preparing and reviewing of monthly process with the finance team. Supporting to both the finance team and the GM of the market
• The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Manager, Bookkeeper and Finance Clerks; interact with the GM on all finance related queries; provides and supports all processes within the finance team

Minimum Requirements / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or an equivalent
• 5+ years' experience in similar role within commercial environment
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Advanced Formulas etc)
• Staff management experience
• Able to travel out of SA (within Southern Africa) every 2 – 3 months

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and analyse financial statements
• Manage tax compliance (VAT, withholding tax, provisional, and final tax)
• Reconcile accounts
• Prepare cash flow forecasts

Accounting Operations:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting tasks including bank reconciliations, inter-company reconciliations, general journal entries, and fixed asset management

Audit and Compliance:

• Coordinate with external auditors
• Ensure audit readiness
• Maintain compliance with financial regulations

Budgeting and Planning:

• Develop operational plans, budgets, and long-term forecasts

Team Management:

• Supervise staff, delegate tasks, and provide guidance

Other:

• Handle insurance claims, manage stationery orders, and support the General Manager with financial queries