Senior Financial Accountant - PE

SUMMARY:
Senior Financial Accountant - AD190626-4325

POSITION INFO:
A market leader in the manufacturing and distribution sector is seeking a dynamic, hands-on and commercially astute Senior Financial Accountant to join its finance team! Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful individual will take ownership of the full accounting function, implement cost-saving initiatives , provide leadership to the finance department, and ensure sound financial controls, compliance and reporting across the business. Key Responsibilities Month-end and year-end financial processes Preparation of management accounts and budgets Cash flow forecasting and payment planning Fixed asset management and tax schedules Foreign currency\/exchange control exposure and SARB applications VAT calculations and SARS submissions Internal audits and risk management Cost-saving initiatives and financial analysis (Opex\/Variable costings) General ledger reconciliations and journal entries Supplier consignment stock reconciliations Financial year-end audit preparation Day-to-day management of the finance department Supervision and development of a team of five staff members Minimum Requirements Qualifications BCom Accounting, BCompt Accounting Sciences, CIMA or ACCA qualification. Experience Minimum 12 years'' practical experience in a similar role. Proven experience within a manufacturing environment is essential. Strong exposure to foreign currency transactions and exchange control requirements. Previous experience supervising finance staff. Systems Experience Sage 200 Evolution Version 10 (non-negotiable). Xperdyte manufacturing system advantageous. AssetZure fixed asset software advantageous. Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Lookups and Macros. Intermediate MS Office proficiency. Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Able to work in a structured environment. Willing to work additional hours during month-end, budget and audit periods when required. Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates who meet the requirements; however, all suitably qualified applicants will be considered. If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on this exciting, challenging role, please email your updated MS Word CV to now!