Job Description

The Role
The purpose of the role is to collect cost information and maintain departmental databases, as well as to process, maintain, analyse, control and report on branch income statements for costing determinations and other reports.

• Understand what each branchxe2x80x99s structure looks like and ensure that the people and the vehicle allocation is accurate based on requirements
• Analyse the data on the income statement within the branch, verify accuracy and report on branch information based on analysis and interpretation of the data
• Conduct variance analysis and interpretation against forecast and budget
• Succinctly and accurately present findings based on interpretation of variances
• Investigate and solve for variances / errors in the data
• Build and maintain internal stakeholder relationships i.e. alignment with bookkeepers in order to resolve inaccuracies in the data
• Assist with forecasting on a branch level based on critical analysis of information reviewed
• Supporting various branch managers in preparation for branch review sessions by gathering and analysing relevant information and data
• Prepare supply costing analysis for existing clients ( increases) or for new suppliers
• Prepare operational statistical information on a monthly basis

Skills and Experience
Job Related Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or equivalent accounting qualification
• Minimum of of 5 years of experience in finance
• Previous experience in logistics industry preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Preferred knowledge of the logistics industry
• Understanding of an income statement

Other
Personality & Attributes:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong multitasking skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Time management i.e. deadlines
• Financial acumen
• Ability to implement effectively and efficiently
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to be a team player but work independently
• Ability to make decisions based on analysis and research
• Ability to engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Inquisitive, innovative and intellectually courageous
• Exceptional self-motivation, energy and drive

Job Reference: RTT57950