Lead Financial Accountant - FMCG

 

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment International

Job Ref:

NWC015736/EV

Date posted:

Thursday, June 2, 2022

Location:

South Africa, South Africa

Salary:

750000 Annually


JOB SUMMARY:
An all rounded; listed on JSE concern is looking for a well-rounded, analytical and well-spoken Lead Financial Accountant CA(SA).

JOB DESCRIPTION:

My client is a Top 40 JSE company and one of the largest manufacturers and marketers of FMCG products in South Africa. They are looking for Lead Financial Accountant with 3 to 5 years experience with a flair for forecasting and variance analysis.

As Lead Financial Accountant you will be responsible for:

  • Gather and monitor financial data (e.g. sales revenues and liabilities)
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual statements (balance sheets and income statements)
  • Forecast costs and revenues
  • Manage tax payments
  • Organize internal audits
  • Prepare budgets (for the entire company and by department)
  • Monitor and report on accounting discrepancies
  • Conduct detailed risk analyses to assess potential investments
  • Analyze financial trends
  • Perform month-end and year-end close processes

Job Experience and Skills Required:

  • CA(SA)
  • FMCG or Stock-based experience preferential

 

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