Job Purpose: Maintain the financial health of the Business by delivering excellence in Financial Accounting systems and processes. Analyse Monthly Management Accounts and Budget Variances. Protect the Cash position through astute management of Debtors and controlled payment of Creditors. Give timely, appropriate financial advice to Management

Qualifications           

• Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent tertiary qualification.

Experience & Knowledge   

• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar financial role.
• Experience in Reporting/Management Accounting and full financial function.
• Sound knowledge of Tax, Companies Act and business processes.
• Competent in Pastel, or similar accounting package.

Essential Competencies

• Able to function at a Senior Level and show leadership.
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Advanced financial analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Accurate and confidential.

Key Performance Areas      

• Manage the Accounts Team and oversee financial operations.
• Prepare Management Accounts, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow, Budgets and Budget variances for Management.
• Prepare month-end Pack for Management.
• Analyse Costs, pricing, Sales and performance against Business Plans.
• Review Balance Sheet Reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure submission of PAYE, VAT, UIF and SDL.
• Ensure that insurance policies adequately cover all assets/risks.
• Maintain Register of SLA’s, Contracts and Agreements with providers and other parties and manage renewals/updates.
• Control Debtors Book and Creditors.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating procedures for accounting systems.
• Prepare detailed cash flow forecast on weekly basis.
• Manage compliance relating to Reporting, Audit and Regulatory processes.

Key Performance Measures           

• Debtors’ book not to exceed 60 days.
• 100% accuracy of invoices sent out.
• Payments/Returns for PAYE, VAT, UIF and SDL done on time - zero penalties.
• Management Accounts with Variance analysis by 10th of each month.
• No claims arising from SLA’s, Contracts or agreements.
• No liabilities arising from uncovered risks.
• Zero adverse findings from auditors.