Job Description

Overview

Westrocon stands as a distinguished SAP Platinum Partner and a valued member of the United VARs, a testament to its strong alliance with SAP and its expansive global reach. This esteemed partnership underscores Westrocon's credibility and access to a broad international network. The company's core expertise lies in delivering SAP ERP software and comprehensive implementation services, with a dedicated focus on achieving Continuous Business Improvement for its clients. Westrocon offers an extensive portfolio of products and services, encompassing consulting, robust infrastructure solutions, seamless implementation, custom development, proactive maintenance, and reliable support.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

We are looking for a part-time Financial Controller, who can perform straightforward tasks within the Westrocon finance department. The Financial Controller will have to undertake all aspects of financial management which includes presenting reporting, identifying potential risk areas to be communicated to senior management and establish and maintain internal controls to support the financial infrastructure, and safeguard company assets.



The candidate will need to oversee accounting, financial reporting, analysis and preparation of the consolidated financial statements in terms of the IFRS, including schedules for tax compliance and ensure policies and procedures are in compliance with professional standards


and legal regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities will also include Managing and mentoring finance team staff, including training, performance management, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities.


As a minimum, other requirements include;

Education:

Matric / Senior Certificate

Tertiary Diploma / Degree in Accounting or relevant field

At least 3 years' experience in a similar role

Experience using an Accounting Package; SAP or Pastel will be advantageous

MS Excel experience

Other Skills:

Organisational -

High:

Methodical, compliant, structured approach, task orientated

Interpersonal -

High:

Professional communicator with clients, consultants, vendors, other parties and management; a friendly but firm individual

Mathematical Skills -

Excellent

Reliability, discretion and confidentiality -

Very High

Responsibilities

The Financial Controller will be responsible for a wide range of critical tasks aimed at driving the growth of Westrocon's finance department.


Which means key responsibilities observed will be:


Monthly Management Accounts and Reports - including

monthly provisions, accruals, variance analysis etc.

Revenue Recognition and IFRS Compliance Creditors Management, reconciliation and processing Cash book Management, reconciliation and processing
in Bank Accounting and SAP / Pastel - including daily


cash flow

Statutory returns Oversee Debtors and Customer Invoicing


Fixed Asset Maintenance Maintain controls for service-based revenue streams Strategic Input and Commercial Support Process improvement and automation Daily data backups Awareness and adherence to Company policies and
procedures

Manage, develop and lead employees in work team Manual preparation of daily cash flows

Key Attributes

Strong communication skills - both written and oral Strong administrative and organisational skills Ability to work independently Deadline-driven Works well under pressure Excellent problem-solving skills Time management skills * Punctual