Job Description

Join

National Brands Limited (NBL)

and be part of a legacy that has shaped South Africa's biscuit tradition for over 170 years. With two iconic factories in

Isando

and

Westmead

, we produce beloved brands like Bakers Tennis, Blue Label Marie, and Choice Assorted; creating moments of joy for generations of South Africans. At NBL, you'll work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where innovation, quality, and teamwork thrive.


An exciting opportunity exists for a

Factory

Financial Accountant

at

NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando, Biscuits Factory

. The purpose of the role will be an integral part of the Finance function providing support to the Finance Manager, Cost Accountant, Finance Team and Site Management. The incumbent is expected to be detail-oriented and able to analyse data, reconcile and reporting (daily, weekly and monthly)

Reporting Structure:

Reports to:

Finance Manager

Direct Reports:

0

Key Areas of Impact:

Cost Accounting

+ Compare & report on standard labour hours planned vs labour hours actual
+ Assist Cost Accountant with the compilation and release of standard cost sets based on procurement Commodity cost parameters
+ Review, investigation and posting of process variances
+ Assist with annual Activity Based Costing budgets

SAP Processes

+ Oversee and assist with Production Manual Confirmations on SAP & check-up on error report (COGI)
+ Sundry Invoicing and Credit Notes.
+ Review daily GL Accounts Budget vs. Investigate abnormal variances.
+ Assist with Requisition Processing of Monthly Commitments.

Financial Accounting

+ Assist Financial Manager in Internal and External Audit Review
+ Timeous and Accurate Sundry Customer Invoice processing. Timeous update and analysis of Sundry Debtors.
+ Ensure all recurring expenses are processed before month end closures. Process provisional journals for expenses not receipted yet, but incurred.
+ Prepare monthly Financial Journals.
+ Review Cost Report transactions and report on Budget vs. Actual

Financial Reporting

+ Review Cost Report transactions and report on Budget vs. Actual.
+ Report on irregular variances that have been investigated.
+ Assist with compilation of month-end and year-end reports
+ Assisting with Yearly Budget and Forecast Compilation and Process
+ Monthly maintenance, verification and reporting on fixed asset register.
+ Prepare, submit and track CAPEX workflows for the acquisitions, transfer or disposal of Fixed Assets.

Asset Management

+ Conduct regular Audit on Fixed Assets to ensure accuracy of fixed asset register.
+ Responsible for Maintenance of Site Fixed Asset Register.
+ Coordination of Asset Verifications Half Yearly and at Year End.
+ Assist with Monthly, Half Yearly and Annual Stock Counts
+ Compile Monthly B&R Reconciliations and reporting.

Stock Management

+ Ad-hoc Assistance to Cost Accountant

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:

4 - 8 years of Accounting / Bookkeeping experience SAP added advantageous

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

Bcom Degree / National Diploma in Finance

Take the Next Step with NBL

Join our team, make a real impact, and contribute to the success of South Africa's favourite biscuit brands. Apply now and become part of a team that's dedicated to quality ingredients, and a touch of

Bakers

magic!