Do you want to be our next FINANCIAL/MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ?
We seek an exceptional Accounting Professional with a unique blend of passion for financial analysis and operational accounting within a manufacturing setting. We desire an individual who is energized by the fusion of data, automation, and efficiency, coupled with a commitment to best accounting practices.
In this pivotal role, you will be entrusted with key financial analysis tasks and will play a vital role in managing the day-to-day operations of the company's accounting function, encompassing systems, policies, and practices.
Initially based in our Cape Town office, this role offers a compelling opportunity to join a global organization with international career prospects to work in the United States.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in finance/general accounting, with some supervisory responsibilities.
- Essential experience in working within a Manufacturing and or Engineering environment.
- Honours or Postgraduate Degree in Accounting/Finance and or related field is required.
- CA(SA) or CIMA Accredited.
- Specific knowledge of the Truck or Automotive industry is highly advantageous.
- Understanding of inventory management and standard cost practices is desirable.
ABILITIES:
- Proficiency in understanding complex manufacturing and engineering processes.
- Capability to analyze financial results and competitive business models.
- Embed an initiative to drive process change through comprehensive analysis and teamwork.
- Ability to work independently.
ATTRIBUTES:
The successful candidate will:
- Be hands-on, detail-oriented, and exhibit a passion for accuracy.
- Possess a restless curiosity.
- Demonstrate unquestioned integrity.
- Exhibit strong communication skills.
- Be effective in time management.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Focus on the following core responsibilities: accounting/reporting, costing, analytics, and process improvement/automation.
- Analyze and interpret market, industry, and business trends requiring management's attention. Conduct financial statement analysis and troubleshooting.
- Prepare and present clear and informative financial and management reports, including internal and external variance analysis, maintenance of fiscal records, and statistical reports.
- Proactively engage with various departments to provide information essential for decision-making processes, improve profitability, and uphold proper accounting procedures.
- Oversee general ledger accounting, month-end close, preparation and consolidation of financial statements, account reconciliations, fixed assets, and the establishment and maintenance of internal controls and policies.
- Quickly learn and document current accounting processes.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and present evaluations and recommendations to management.
- Assist with all external audit activities with banks and tax auditors, including planning, preparation, data gathering, and on-site management.
- Assist in daily banking operations, including completing bank reporting.
- Perform additional duties and assist with other projects upon request from management.
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