Job Description

Job Advert Summary

Reporting to the Operational Finance Manager: glu, the successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the completion of monthly accounts, CFO reports, and ensuring that commissions are correctly calculated and paid on time.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

BCom Honours in Accounting or equivalent

Experience:

Articles experience (preferred) 3-5 years of experience in a commercial finance environment (Insurance and Property industry is preferred) Experience with commission calculations (preferred)

Knowledge and Skills:

Technical knowledge of IFRS (preferred) Performing monthly accounts, bank reconciliations and CFO reports Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) Knowledge of CPM and Great Plains (preferred) Excellent presentation skills Strong commercial acumen

Competencies:

Proven analytical mindset with strong attention to detail Ability to work independently and consistently meet deadlines Confident Self-motivated Detail-oriented Excellent communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Duties and Responsibilities

Reconciliation & Reporting

Reconcile all balance sheet accounts to third-party documentation Preparation of monthly journals Resolve outstanding issues promptly Prepare monthly management accounts and variance commentary Prepare quarterly board reports for the relevant entities Respond to audit queries Perform ad-hoc tasks to support strategic decision-making / on-going projects. Calculation and processing of remuneration and commission payable (weekly/monthly). Managing stakeholder relationships with agents, business consultants and brokerages Ensuring suppliers are processed and paid on time Prepare key management reports to Exco and the Board Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and high standards in financial reporting Maintain a strong control environment and general ledger integrity

Budget

Prepare budgets for glu and coordinate with relevant stakeholders throughout the budgeting process * Create budget presentations for Exco and Board meetings