Job Description

The Group Accountant is responsible and accountable for overall finance management, supervisionof finance personnel, all financial administrative routines and efficiencies within the FinanceDepartment.



Objectives of this Role



Complete finance management and execution of all financial control procedures andprocesses as per Standard Operating Procedures



Develop new metrics for driving business performance relative to strategic priorities andminimizing risk



Drive value within the business through margin enhancement, lower costs, and operationalefficiencies



Execute accurate reporting that enables sound analysis and financial recommendations



Manage relationships with bankers, auditors, and authorities



Comply with national and local financial regulations by studying existing and proposedlegislation



Communicate discrepancies to management team, identify potential risks, and recommendworkable solutions



Strengthen and grow relationships with customers and/or suppliers throughcommunications regarding accounts and discrepancies



Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts process by identifying areas ofperformance and process improvement



Exercise integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting, and comply with statutoryfinancial requirements



All SARS related functions - Provisional Tax, VAT, PAYE, EMP500



Payroll management, audits and compliance



Responsibilities



Manage a team that develops financial and valuation models, materials, andrecommendations for executive decision-making by conducting comprehensive analyses andutilizing appropriate methods Coordinate strategic financial planning for the company and its clients, including expenses,income, insurance coverage, objectives, tax status, and risk tolerance Focus on daily and month-end accounting to determine results, including management fees,gross-ups and re -classes Manage balance sheet activity (deferrals, accruals), and cash application Support finance partners in implementing valuation models, measuring results, trackingperformance vs. expectations, and providing recommendations for corrective action Provide insights about spending trends, cost-savings initiatives, and margin opportunities Provide financial reports and interpret financial information to management whilerecommending further courses of action Advise on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should take Maintain the financial health of the organization Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company's actualperformance compared to the business plans Develop trends and projections for the company's finances Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities Oversee operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design aframework for these to be met Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained Preparing business activity reports, financial statements, and forecasts Ensuring financial legal requirements are met Developing financial reporting systems Finding ways to reduce or maintain costs by studying financial reports and businessprocesses Analyzing market trends to discover business opportunities and maximize profits. Aiding management in financial decisions Supervise the preparation of reconciliations Monitor and enforce compliance with tax and financial reporting standards and assist withcash flow forecasting Responsible for HR Management activities within the Department. Duties include but is not limited to hiring, training, upskilling, performance measurement and coaching, progressionplanning, discipline management and recording of time and attendance of departmentresources

Qualifications and Experience



Grade 12



BSc Financial Accounting / B.Com Honours, with a Financial Accounting Major, Post article



5 - 7 years' of finance experience



Strong finance-based analytical skills



IFRS



Experience in manufacturing - Automotive



Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and capital assettracking.



Leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.



All SARS related functions - Provisional Tax, VAT, PAYE, EMP500



Skills and Knowledge



Excellent communication and negotiation skills



Strong analytical and research ability



Excellent planning and organizational skills



Strategic thinker



Time management proficiency



Deadline driven



People and resource management skills



Good relationship building skills



Independent problem-solving ability



High level diligence with meticulous attention to detail



Ability to analyse financial statements



Sound knowledge of finance principles and procedures



Strong business acumen and ability identify risks



Extensive experience in accounting ERP systems



Advanced user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)



Between 5 - 7 Years