Our client based in Ottery, Cape Town is looking to appoint an Interim Financial Manager. (Contract Position).
Requirements:
- CA(SA) with 2 years post-article experience or AGA (SA) with 5 years of working experience in a similar role
- Technical Knowledge - SAICA or AGA (this refers to knowledge regarding financial reporting in general, tax and other legislative requirements
- Is an independent self-starter who uses excellent attention to detail and work ethic to deliver OTIF.
- Manufacturing experience is beneficial
- Experience with international trade operation
- The candidate will be involved in shaping these practices and internal processes so willingness to think creatively and adapt to change is essential
- People Management experience
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of stock management and costings
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting and Reporting:
- Manage the full accounting cycle (accounts payable & receivable, payroll, financial statements).
- Oversee day-to-day finance operations (accounts payable, receivable, payroll, general ledger).
- Ensure monthly management accounts are completed on-time-in-full with the completion of balance sheet reconciliations
- Provide analysis on monthly operations, propose improvements and execute improvements independently
- Manage the year-end audit process
- Reviews Salaries and Wages
- Assisting in the compilation of the annual budget
- Manage team responsible for daily processing of transactions
- Ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with accounting standards.
- Ensures we comply with the laws and regulations and keep up to date with the latest Income Tax Act changes.
- Completion and submission of statutory returns, including, but not limited to VAT201s, EMP201s, EMP501s, COIDA, CIPC, Employment Equity etc.
- Compliance with banking regulations regarding SARB approvals and other matters
- Compiling data for annual insurance review
Financial Planning and Analysis:
- Provide insightful financial analysis and reporting for decision-making.
- Assist with financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
- Review discrepancies and propose systems improvements where necessary.
- Assist with review of current processes and proposing improvements to increase efficiency.
