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Our client is a well-established multinational organisation operating within a highly regulated and performance-driven industry. The business has a diversified global footprint and is supported by complex commercial and operational structures across multiple regions.
This is a key role within the commercial finance function, offering the opportunity to partner closely with senior stakeholders and business leaders across multiple divisions. The successful incumbent will play a pivotal role in delivering financial insight, supporting strategic decision-making, and enhancing overall business performance within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Take the next step in your career - send your CV Kgolagano@Salixrecruitment.co.za
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Prepare, review, and analyse management accounts with clear commentary on business performance
- Analyse sales, cost of goods sold, gross profit, and operating expenses to support decision-making
- Manage accruals, provisions, and balance sheet reconciliations in line with IFRS requirements
- Prepare and post journals ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial control
- Perform detailed variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year, identifying key drivers
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes across business units
- Conduct pricing, margin, and profitability analysis to support commercial decision-making
- Partner with business stakeholders to support performance tracking and strategic planning
- Support audit processes, including preparation of audit files and resolution of audit queries
- Matric (Grade 12)
- CA(SA) or CIMA qualified (essential)
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 3+ years post-articles experience in a commercial finance role
- Strong background in management accounting and financial reporting
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Solid understanding of IFRS and Companies Act requirements
- Experience in FMCG or pharmaceutical environments advantageous
- Exposure to working in a matrix or multinational organisation preferred
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP advantageous)
- Strong commercial acumen with ability to influence business decisions
- Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills
- High attention to detail and strong numerical ability
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Strong understanding of management accounting principle
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