DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial reporting, managing operating capital, the accounting function, implementing SOP’s and improving internal financial controls. Managing, recruiting, developing and supporting the finance team
2. Financial reporting: Collate, prepare and interpret reports
3. Manage the accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions
4. Ensuring tax compliance and compliance with statutory regulations
5. Manging the audit process and ensuring financial statements are completed
6. Managing budgets, variance analysis, identify and implement cost cutting and process improvements across the group
7. Implement, enhance and oversee internal controls, SOP’s and promote best practices
8. Liaising with managerial level staff and third-party stakeholders

REQUIREMENTS: 

1. 5 Years’ experience as an Accountant or in a similar role
2. Must have experience in managing a team
3. Tertiary Financial Management / Accounting qualification
4. Sound understanding of the finance function and a hands-on approach
5. 5 years’ experience on Sage 50/ Pastel Evolution or similar system
6. Previous experience in the FMCG, Fast Food or Retail sectors
7. Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
8. Strong communication skills
9. Must have strong attention to detail and a proven track record