Job Description

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The purpose of the position is to provide financial insight, control, and guidance that helps the division achieve its performance targets, manage costs effectively, and make informed business decisions.

Minimum Requirements

BCom Accounting Degree (Hons) CA/CIMA At least 7 years related experience Experience managing a team/department Excellent verbal & written communication skills Advanced computer literacy (Microsoft: Excell, Word, Outlook, etc.) Financial / Management Accounts Business acumen Analytical and detail orientated Deadline driven Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Adaptability & Continuous Learning Self-Motivated Ethical

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Planning

Compile yearly budget Ensure compliance with budgeted figures through operating cost containment, maximizing profit margins and weekly financial forecasts Weekly cash flow projections Business planning and decision-making Strategic analysis and long-term business plans Ensure compliance with company KPI's

Financial Reporting

Timeous and correct financial reporting in accordance with general accepted accounting principles (e.g. management accounts and presentation thereof, liaison with external auditors and produce correct financial accounts within the GAAP framework, monthly EXCO packs and reports, board & investors presentations). Develop and manage financial models / systems ABC costing and segment / cost centre financial reporting

Asset Control

Inventory control (Minimize stock losses through internal control and procedures, minimize stock days in order to ensure positive cash flow) Debtors control (Ensure maximum recovery of outstanding debts, Debtor's days (external) Credit control (Ensure acceptable creditors days, correct and timeous payment, fixed asset control, correct fixed asset register / movement Return on investment

Risk Management

Profitability and cost control ensuring optimal profitability. Risk management in order to identify, assess and prioritize risks to the company Minimize, control and monitor risks Ensure sufficient insurance is in place to address all risks

Staff Management

Ensure efficient staffing levels to sustain efficiency within the department Lead and interact with personnel in order to achieve highest efficiency

Strategic Decision Making

Participation and contribution in operational / EXCO meetings together with management Support and advise management team in achieving strategic goals / projects Interact and contribute to operational meetings with specific goals to achieve maximum efficiency, control and profitability Presentation and managerial inputs at EXCO meetings

Internal Control and Procedures

Management of internal controls and procedures to ensure effective control over company assets and funds. Ensure compliance to internal control and procedures: * External audit requirements