Junior Financial Controller

Recruiter:

Stratogo

Job Ref:

HQ000209/JG

Date posted:

Friday, August 19, 2022

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

15 000 Monthly

JOB SUMMARY:
Our client based on the KZN North Coast is currently looking for an experienced Junior Financial Controller

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position: Junior Financial Controller

Location: North Coast, Kwa-Zulu Natal

Direct Report: Financial Control Manager

Job Summary:

Providing financial support on a daily basis to the relevant Business unit/s. This will include project costing review, cash flow and monthly reporting both on project level as well as corporate reporting for business unit/s. Presentation of monthly financial results to relevant Business Unit Manager/s.
Take the lead with regards to financial control of the Business unit.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Degree or Diploma/ B. Tech Cost Accounting or Management Accounting essential
2-3 years experience preferably within a Project Accounting Environment
Extensive knowledge of Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, Cash Flow and Cost Control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Extensive knowledge of ERP Finance Systems with automated financial and accounting reporting system.
Ability to train users on the system reporting applications. Preferably SAGE CRM.
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.

Computer Skills Required:

Excel/Google Sheets – Advanced level
Word
Sage
CRM

Competency Skills:

Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings
Financial Organisation skills
Business/Profit orientated
Logical & Analytical thinker
Excellent/Rigorous attention to detail

Roles and Responsibilities

Review of the business unit/s various waste revenues and clients to ensure cash flow and profitability forecasts are in line with the projected budget
Consult with operational team and business unit manager;
Review the General Ledger reporting and processing of P&L items; ensure correct allocation according to the company reporting requirements
Monthly consolidation and related reporting
Monthly reporting as well as corporate reporting of the business unit/s completed in the stipulated timeline and with due care and competence
Assist Business unit/s management by taking accountability for monthly closing, annual budget and quarterly forecasts based on projects / contract status
Track new business and backlog forecast for remainder of year/s and report monthly via a rolling forecast
Tracking and reporting on Capital Expenditure approvals and commitments vs budgets and forecasts
Maintaining and monitoring a risk schedule for the business unit related to any provisions or other balance sheet items
Assist with General Ledger cost codes and opening of new job numbers in the system
Bookings updating and follow up
Analyze financial information needs by reviewing existing systems and working out the best way to meet those needs with the reporting system; (optimisation of the structure)
Preparation of dynamic business and/or financial models related to revenue and costing
Conduct special investigations and feasibility studies on various projects in the stipulated timeline
Identifying the opportunities and risks for the Business Unit resulting in proposals being presented with supporting evidence and recommendations and any other useful information
Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy
Proactive approach and accountable in taking control of the Business unit financial controlling & reporting
Assist the operational team with the cost/revenue analysis.
Work in conjunction with the finance manager on a daily basis to ensure accurate reporting numbers are presented
Check and report quarterly stock take and assistance with day to day stock control
Manage all aspects of the business unit/s P&L, investigate balance sheet, interrogate figures to ensure accurate reporting
Ensure all financial policies are adhered to
Improve efficiencies and reducing costs across the business
Ensure compliance with statutory law and financial regulations

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