Job Description

Introduction

Through our client-facing brands Metropolitan and Momentum, with Multiply (wellness and rewards programme), and our other specialist brands, including Guardrisk and Eris Property Group, the group enables business and people from all walks of life to achieve their financial goals and life aspirations.

We help people grow their savings, protect what matters to them and invest for the future. We help companies and organisations care for and reward their employees and members. Through our own network of advisers or via independent brokers and utilising new platforms Momentum Metropolitan provides practical financial solutions for people, communities and businesses. Visit us at www.momentummetropolitan.co.za

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Role Purpose

Responsible for delivering effective internal financial control support, managing risks, ensuring the accuracy of financial information, and aiding overall financial control operations.

Requirements

Backward-looking

requirements

Qualification(s)

Formal qualifications

Importance

Degree or Diploma in Financial Management or Accounting or related qualification

Essential

Grade 12 or equivalent

Essential

On-the-job training / qualifications

Importance

Specific licensing or registration

Importance

The following knowledge requirements were found to be relevant to this job:

Understanding of internal finance processes and controls

The following skills requirements were found to be relevant to this job:

Ability to work independently and in a team Attention to detail Analytical skills Decision maker Fundamentals of accounting Administration skills Report writing skills Critical thinking Communication skills Problem-solving skills Stress tolerance

The following experience requirements were found to be relevant to this job:

3-5 years financial control or financial accounting related experience (essential)

Duties & Responsibilities

INTERNAL PROCESS

Establish and maintain relentless adherence to sound financial internal control policies, procedures and processes.
Conduct all general accounting duties done in line with accounting principles and within the agreed
Contain costs within budget parameters and ensure implementation of appropriate financial
Contribute to monthly reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts and identify reasons for variances, in preparation for financial reporting.
Compare inflows/outflows to experience and identify reasons for variances, to provide financial insights in
Assist with compiling reports and analyzing variances, by providing accurate financial
Assist in identifying and reconciling discrepancies and problems in reports, to contribute to accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting that creates business value.
Contribute to the audit process and resolve any audit queries within set
Process monthly journals promptly and ensure they are captured accurately.
Investigate and resolve any financial


CLIENT



Effective and consistent service delivery and support to all internal clients.
Investigate internal client queries within the agreed service level and ensure that client receives timeous
Escalate internal client queries to the relevant department or
Pro-active close alignment and enablement to business and products.
Provide authoritative expertise and advice to internal clients and
Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external
Deliver on service level agreements made with clients and internal and external stakeholders to ensure that client expectations are met.
Make recommendations to improve client service and fair treatment of clients within area of
Participating in and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and provides exceptional client service.


PEOPLE



Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers and
Positively influence and participate in change
Continuously manage and develop your own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislative
Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new
Take ownership for driving career
Live the MMH values.


FINANCE



Contribute to development of budgets to minimize expenditure and optimize profitability, in alignment with operational plans.
Ensure accurate GL allocation of
Identify and implement opportunities for optimization, within area of responsibility.
Identify opportunities to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational


Provide input into the risk identification processes and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum.

Competencies

Examining Information

Analyses and processes information; asks probing questions; strives to find solutions to problems.

Following Procedures

Conforms and adheres to rules; closely follows instructions and procedures; minimizes risks by sticking to processes.

Meeting Timescales

Its target focused and met deadlines; is punctual and keeps to schedule; is reliable in finishing tasks.

Checking Things

It is meticulous in finding errors; ensures accuracy by being thorough and checking details; produces high quality work by being detailed.

Managing Tasks

Manage tasks by being organized and methodically; plans activities systematically; sets priorities for tasks.

Interpreting Data

Interprets data rationally by quantifying issues; apply technology as a means to evaluate data; evaluates information objectively.

Documenting Facts

Writes fluently when documenting facts; understands arguments logically; focuses on finding facts.

Upholding Standards

Behaves ethically and justly; is discreet and maintains confidentiality; meets commitments by acting with integrity.

Producing Output

It focuses on activity and works quickly; keeps busy and maintains productivity; is comfortable multi- tasking to produce output.

Articulating Information

It articulates in giving presentations; is eloquent and explains things well; projects social confidence when articulating information.

Team Working

Works participatively with others; is democratic and encourages team contributions; collaboratively involves others in decision-making.

Providing Insights

Is focused on continuously improving things; provides insights by identifying key issues; makes intuitive judgments.

Adopting Practical Approaches

Apply practical skills when investigating issues; prefers to learn by doing; is practically minded and applies common sense.