Job Description

Europcar is inviting applications for the position of Finance Manager to manage the overall finance portfolio for Europcar. The role is based in Bruma, Johannesburg and reports directly to the Finance Executive for Motus Car Rental Division. Preference will be given to suitably qualified internal applicants in line with our Recruitment Policy, and to support the achievement of our transformation objectives, preference may also be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups.
Position Overview To formulate tactical financial strategy and associated delivery plans related to the area of business, ensuring integration and operational implementation through the achievement of financial objectives. Review and consolidate relevant accounts and ensure on time submission of accurate reporting.
Specific Role Responsibilities

PROCESS AND GOVERNANCE

• Develop, align and implement a departmental/tactical strategy and associated policies and guidelines.

• Implement corporate governance and compliance policies to identify and manage risk liability.

• Measure the delivery of operational plans, realign and improve where required.

• Ensure the provision of accurate and timely reporting in respect of key performance metrics and recommendations to improve operational efficiency.

• Manage the security of all assets within direct control, i.e. cash, fixed assets, in line with approved policies, processes and procedures.

• Monitor and evaluate financial processes for quality and effectiveness and notify stakeholders accordingly.

FINANCE

• Develop, implement and monitor a cycle of medium term cost improvements.

• Implement and monitor financial controls, governance and compliance protocols.

• Compile a budget which aligns to plans, monitor and report on variances.

• Ensure effective and efficient administration of operational costs within budget, identify areas of financial and operational risk and escalate appropriately.

• Ensure that month-end cut-offs are compliant in terms of company policies.

• Ensure that net working capital is monitored and optimised.

• Identify opportunities to minimise cost / increase revenue.

• Manage the effective and timely provision of financial, statutory and sustainability reporting including cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries.

• Oversee accurate reconciliation of all financial records to enable verification of the validity of transactions and to take appropriate action where required.

CLIENT/CUSTOMER

• Develop and manage sustainable relationships with customers that contribute to a culture of customer service excellence.

• Develop and manage key stakeholder relationships that enable achievement of operational objectives.

• Plan and deliver services and/or products that create a culture which aims to exceed customer' expectations in the business.

• Prepare service delivery excellence plans for customers and ensure implementation.

PEOPLE

• Create an engaging, enabling and productive work climate aligned to the employee value proposition.

• Develop and implement change management initiatives.

• Implement and manage workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition and employee relations to ensure an optimal working environment.

• Own and live up to company values.

• Prepare and implement people capacity plans in line with service delivery, performance objectives and budget.

• Ensure timeous, clear contracting and assessment of performance expectations with direct reports in line with identified objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Experience:

• 5 - 8 years' experience in a similar environment, of which at least 2-3 years managerial experience in finance.

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelors Degrees and/or Advanced Diplomas in Finance, Economics and Accounting with NQF Level 07.

• Completed Articles

Minimum Requirements:

• A code 08 unendorsed driverxe2x80x99s license and own transport.

• Highly proficient in Excel with a fair knowledge of Microsoft Suite of products.

• Industry legislative compliance/knowledge.

• Essential to note: Must be willing to work overtime at month-end and as-and-when required.

Skills and Personal Attributes

Competencies:

• Communication: Able to communicate professionally at multiple levels in a professional, diplomatic, polite and rational manner even when under pressure.

• Interpersonal Effectiveness

• Financial Management and Performance Reporting

• Financial and Business Acumen

• Financial and Accounting Control

• People Management and Development skills

• Strategic Orientation

• Tactical Focus and Planning

• Excellent Analytical Skills

• Problem-solving and judgement skills

• Time management, including the ability to respond to and resolve queries and issues in the minimum amount of time.

• Able to work independently and under pressure

• Conflict Management

• Improvement Orientation

• Inspirational Leadership

Personal Attributes:

• Committed

• Professional

• Resilient

• Persistent and Tenacious

• Deadline Driven

• Able to work at a faster-than-average pace

• Uphold Ethics and Values

• Ability to work with colleagues in a condusive environment

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