Job Description

An established and well-known company based in Bellville that operates nationally, has an excellent opportunity for a Financial Analyst to join their dynamic financial team. The successful candidate will be responsible to analyse financial data and provide advice and guidance to Operations, HOD's and Finance Team. Preparation of accurate reports to internal stakeholders as well as project manage the implementation of new systems. Minimum of 4 - 6 years' experience.

Financial Management

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Financial Planning and Budget Management

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Financial Analyst to run the annual budget process

Provide support to operations and senior managers with the efficient and effective budget planning process

Oversee and provide guidance with the preparation, capturing and reviewing of the annual budget

Controlling and forecasting income and expenditure

Ensuring proper standard operating procedures are in place

Control and Organising

Financial Data and Reports*

Checking the latest financial reports, such as financial statements, sales numbers, and budget performance

Identify any areas of concern, unexpected cost spikes that require further investigation

Analyse every day financial activities and subsequently provide advice and guidance to management

Analyse costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results, and actual performance compared to the business plans

Develop trends and projections for head of departments and general market trends

Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities

Set goals and objectives and design a framework for these to be met

Enable the company's leaders to make sound business decisions and meet the company's objectives

Preparing financial reports and interpreting financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action

Provide support with monthly management accounting and reporting

Project Management

Innovation and Technology

Suggest creative ideas to minimize expenditures and boost overall financial performance

Identify opportunities to ensure accurate reporting and improve financial processes

Identify, develop and maintain Sound Financial and operational Systems

Implementation and testing of new and updated systems and processes

Ensure standard operating procedures, and training manuals for systems are in place

Standardised Systems, processes and procedures

Explore and implement systems in alignment with other support functions

Continuous research and development

Risk Management and Compliance

Developing and implementing cost-effective financial policies and procedures, as well

as mitigating financial risks

Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives impacting any change

Liaising with SHEQ Department on an ongoing basis on the development or review of the Health and Safety procedures and your department legal documentation

Maintain your membership to regulatory bodies / professional bodies

Managing Stakeholders

Manage Internal and external relationships*

Support and collaborate with all Managers and Heads of Departments within the organisation and prioritising related requests and proposals with regards to financial analyses and information technology

Collaborate and manage internal and external stakeholders with functions relating Human Resources Policies, Procedures and Forms

Effective engagement with external key stakeholders and provision of high levels of service

Maintains good relationships with internal and external stakeholders by engaging them frequently

Qualifications:

Undergraduate Degree in Finance, Accounting.

B Compt or any related field

Data Analytics

CA(SA) - advantageous

Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Financial Accounting and Data Analyst Position

Project Management experience

English / additional SA languages would be advantageous

Experience with Financial Information System and other Operational Support

Systems Familiarity with SQL, Power BI advantageous

Advanced MS Office proficiency

Valid Driver's license with own vehicle

Skills:

Technology driven

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Business and Financial Acumen

Performance Driven and Self-Starter

Problem Solving and Analytical Skills

Promotes Collaboration and Stakeholder engagement

Integrative Thinking - explores multiple approaches to generate creative solutions

Lead people to Manage Change - provide people with a clear vision, direction and motivation towards achieving business objectives

Planning & Organising - Thinks ahead, effectively manages time, identifies priorities and risks to deliver quality outputs on time

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply with your most recent resume & supporting documents or give us a call.

Please note should you not receive a response from us within 7 working days; kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We wish you all the best.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R50000,00 - R55000,00 per month

Work Location: In person