Description:
GM Finance Alberton - 3 - 4 month contract
The main function of this position is to be responsible for the planning, implementation, managing and running of all the finance activities of the division, including business planning, budgeting, forecasting and negotiations.
The key tasks & responsibilities for this position are to:
Develop the financial well-being of the division by providing the full spectrum of financial services.
Review and interpret monthly management accounts, while recommending further course of action.
Analysing operations, identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement.
Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities, assist with strategic analysis and planning.
Establish finance and operational strategies by evaluating trends, establishing critical
measurements, determining productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies.
Review and sign off journals.
Manage working capital including debtors, creditors and inventory.
Responsible for the assessment and implementation of internal controls.
Manage stock control, inventory levels and procurement processes.
Prepare interdivisional and interbranch reconciliation.
Review and analyze provisions and follow up on reconciling items.
Review head office and operational general ledger reconciliations.
Manage banking profiles and treasury functions.
Manage all FECs and ensure the division is sufficiently covered.
Negotiate contracts and pricing
Ensure Key performance indicators (KPIs) are in place and "supply" targets are met.
Prepare annual reporting pack and manage the roll out of any relevant IFRS.
Management of customer and supplier master.
Responsible for compilation and consolidation of budget templates.
Review of payroll and statutory payments.
Support project analysis, validation of plans, and ad-hoc requests by the Director/Chief Financial Officer.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
The key educational requirements and qualifications for this position would be:
A Qualified Chartered Accountant is a MUST.
Minimum 5 years post articles experience in Finance Management or similar role.
Thorough knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Experience within project environment would be advantageous.
Experience in the preparation and finalisation of accounts in accordance with current South African regulations.
Proven knowledge of cost control, financial analysis, accounting principles, practices, standard laws, and regulations is a MUST.
Knowledge of Corporate Governance, relating to risk management, financial reporting, financial auditing, controls, and compliance is a MUST.
Proven track record in the implementation of int