Job Description

Are numbers your thing? PEP Africa is looking for an

Accounting Analyst

to join our team and help us make sense of numbers. Apply Now!

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To ensure accurate and timely recording, as well as analysis of accounting aspects and inventory entries of PEP Africa's subsidiaries within agreed time frames in support of the company's strategic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Country Accounting

Ensure month end deadlines are met and any delays are effectively communicated Assist the countries where needed to reach deadlines Review all deliverables for accuracy and relevance before review by the Mgmt Accountant Identify, investigate and suggest any improvements to the Accounting process, i.e. automation Ensure an efficient year-end process. Ensure accurate Commercial reconciliations

Accurate and timely recording of Stock & GP

Review DC stock take reports and report on variances Ensure accurate accounting of price adjustments and stock loss Review and reconciliation of inventory export and import entries Ensuring accurate Airtime GP

Auditing

Assisting with internal and external audit queries Communicate relevant information to appropriate stakeholders timeously (Manage Connect)

Team Management

Adherence to the annual Performance Management process, resulting in a formal development plan per Dynamo Regular communication with team members sharing company information and conducting monthly check-ins Driving department/team culture resulting in satisfactory Culture Survey Index (as annually prescribed) Establishes clear, specific and measurable objectives for the team and drives team delivery and contribution Motivates, inspires and builds team morale and culture by recognising and celebrating successes

Ad hoc projects

Participate in ad hoc duties (example POS errors) Assist with projects as required (testing)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Relevant tertiary qualification such as National Diploma (with Accounting major) 5+ years' experience in Finance environment Retail industry experience will be advantageous Knowledge of financial control environment and governance Understanding of the business, industry and economic environment and relevant role-players Knowledge of accounting for foreign currencies and consolidation is desirable Ability to work in a team, report/communicate effectively to a leader whilst adhering to strict deadlines Computer literacy: Advanced level (MS Office Software, Google Suite and Financial systems) Willingness to travel to Africa occasionally when required South African citizen

Competencies required:

Honesty; Passion & Resourcefulness; Solution orientation; Detail orientation; Planning, Organizing and Control; Service orientation; Stress tolerance; Confidence and decisiveness; Building and maintaining relationships, Ability to function independently and Excellent communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person