Store Financial Controller

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leading player in the retail industry, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Store Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in accounting and financial management, particularly in the FMCG sector, to take on a pivotal role in overseeing store financial operations. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with excellent leadership abilities and a passion for driving financial accuracy and performance.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Administration: Oversee the cash book, journal entries, and all financial transactions within the store, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and best practices.
• Team Management: Lead and manage the administration team, ensuring full compliance with policies and procedures, and maintaining an efficient and motivated workforce.
• Reporting: Provide daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports to head office, detailing store performance and key financial metrics.
• Payroll & Rostering: Manage staff rosters and ensure payroll records are up to date for submission to head office.
• Store Compliance: Ensure the store adheres to all policies and procedures and that deadlines set by head office are met consistently.
• Supplier Relations: Manage supplier communications and payments in coordination with head office, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Audit Liaison: Collaborate with external auditors to ensure all store financials are properly audited in line with group standards.
• Asset Management: Safeguard company assets, including stock, cash, and other property, ensuring all are properly managed and protected.
• GRV & Creditor Management: Oversee the GRV process, ensuring accurate checks and balances for all incoming stock, and manage creditor claims and deductions.
• Cash Management: Spot-check cashier floats, conduct weekly cash office balancing, and manage ATM cash balances.
• Stock Control: Take part in monthly liquor stocktakes and ensure any discrepancies or hazards are swiftly addressed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BCom Accounting (or a similar accounting qualification) is preferred.
• Completed articles (preferred but not essential).
• 5+ years of post-article experience in a financial/accounting role, ideally within an FMCG environment.
• 3+ years of experience managing staff.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Pastel (required), Excel (required), and Evolution (advantageous).
• Experience with Arch (advantageous).
• Good communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers, auditors, and head office.