Job Description

Main Purpose of Position

The Finance Manager coordinates the provision of effective financial support services within the region, in compliance with legislation and Company policies and procedures.



KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS



Ensure Regional Compliance with Company Financial Policies in Respect of Budget and Forecast Processes

Preparation and timeous submission of accurate forecasts of monthly results, facilitating implementation of proactive measures to obviate unacceptable outcomes. Maintenance of expenditure within approved levels by ensuring compliance with budgetary control procedures. Oversight of all financial controls within the region, adhering to company and group guidelines


Ensure Regional Compliance with Company Accounting and Administrative Practices, in Conformance with Legislation and Generally Accepted Accounting Practice



Timeous and accurate processing of decentralized accounting transactions on the G4S finance system, maintaining accurate and detailed records with supporting source documentation. Overview of the regional revenue position, implementing effective credit control measures to ensure that cash flow is maximised. Oversight and review of regional balance sheet reconciliations General financial management of regional costs, purchase orders, business expenses and expenditure Inventory management: Ensure proper inventory controls are in place and are adhered to. Regular physical counts of inventory with Project co-ordinators Verify accurate financial reporting of inventory balances and stock counts Manage expenditure against budget Ensure correct allocation of costs against budget Ensure that expenditure is supported by valid supporting documentation Ensure that expenditure is approved at correct levels Support Sales Team with reviewing and approving quotes costings and create group investment models Review regional revenue reconciliations Review regional labour cost earnings Analysis and evaluation of monthly accounts, reviewing actual performance against budget, identifying trends and highlighting variances, providing accurate management information to the Regional Operations Director. Accurate Valuation of WIP Monitoring and reporting on monthly WIP balances

Preparation of Monthly Reports and Analysis

Preparation and timeous submission of accurate trade review packs, forecasts of monthly results, facilitating implementation of proactive measures to obviate unacceptable outcomes. Analysis and evaluation of monthly accounts, reviewing actual performance against budget, identifying trends and highlighting variances, providing accurate management information to the Regional Operations Director and Head Office Submission of all required reports and analysis of the financial position of the region, including but not exclusive to overtime, costs, cash flow and revenue. Review, process and manage the allocation of costs, journals and transactions for the region.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualification

Relevant Tertiary Qualification Essential

Experience

Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience Financial and cost control experience essential Computer Literacy - with specific reference to Excel/Sheets

Skills and Attributes



Dealing with changing circumstances Understanding the organisation's goals and objectives Supporting and working with others Delivering objectives Dealing with complexity Acting professionally Delivering great customer service * Sharing and Co-operating