Job Summary
Perform full month-end processing, including preparation and posting of journals, to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Prepare monthly Trial Balances in accordance with agreed deadlines for management and Group reporting
Ensure all income and expenses are fully captured and accurately recorded during the month-end close process
Review, sign off, and maintain comprehensive month-end checklists and supporting documentation files
Reconcile all Income Statement and Balance Sheet accounts monthly and ensure outstanding reconciling items are followed up and resolved timeously
Prepare monthly management accounts and provide detailed variance analysis against budget and prior periods
Present and discuss Income Statement results with Principals on a monthly basis, highlighting key drivers and variances
Analyse revenue, expenditure, and profitability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Ensure accurate allocation of income and costs and correct any misallocations promptly
Use financial ratios and profitability analysis to support informed business decisions
Assist in the preparation and ongoing management of annual budgets, including revenue, discounts, operating expenditure, and capital expenditure
Support the development of rolling forecasts to reflect current and expected financial performance
Collaborate to develop realistic and achievable financial plans
Drive a strong focus on achieving annual budgeted EBIT targets
Maintain and manage intercompany loan account matrices and ensure accurate processing and reconciliation of intercompany transactions
Ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and internal reporting requirements
Support audit processes and provide necessary schedules and documentation as required
Oversee creditor management and payment processes in collaboration with Group Shared Services
Ensure effective communication between Group Shared Services and Group Finance teams
Manage internal and external financial queries professionally and within agreed service levels
Maintain a customer-focused approach, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of queries
Ensure robust internal controls are in place to safeguard assets, prevent fraud, and maintain accurate financial records.
Monitor adherence to finance policies and procedures and recommend improvements where necessary.
Support a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance function
Skills & Experience:
Completed SAIPA/ SAICA articles
Minimum 3 years or more commercial experience
Full Finance function from Processing to budgets and variance
Strong ability to collaborate across departments
Qualification:
SAICA or SAIPA articles
B.Com or B.Com (Hons) degree
Contact Sam Sangweni on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022836
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