Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee and maintain current accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant with internal controls.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analyses, and financial performance reports.
• Reconcile all current accounts and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis with commentary.
• Identify areas of cost efficiency and revenue optimization.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor daily cash movements within current accounts.
• Forecast short-term and long-term cash requirements.
• Manage payments, deposits, and bank reconciliations.

Audit & Compliance

• Support both internal and external audit processes by preparing relevant documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate and auditable financial records.

Business Support

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management to support decision- making.
• Liaise with departments to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency in operations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting tools.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (BCom Accounting
• preferred).
• CIMA / SAIPA / SAICA qualification (or in progress) advantageous.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of current accounts management and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel, Xero, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills

Skills Required