Financial Manager

My client in the import / export sector seeks qualified and experienced Financial Manager to lead and direct accounting activities within the Admin and Finance department, overseeing a range of duties. You will manage and guide financial operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. You will collaborate with subordinate supervisors to drive strategic financial initiatives and uphold departmental standards. If you’re ready to take charge of accounting functions and contribute to organizational success, apply now!

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for ensuring credit risk is balanced with business objectives
  • Accountable for all financial reporting in compliance with all financial policies
  • Preparation of various financial statements and reports for group reporting
  • Oversee the general accounting and administration function, including inter-company accounting, cash management, financial reporting
  • Manage external accountants and ensure timeous reporting
  • Direct the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property and operating expenses and insurance records
  • Direct and participate in cost analyses and rate studies
  • Direct internal audits involving the review of accounting and administrative controls
  • Coordinate preparation of internal audit materials and timeous financial reporting to HQ
  • Review financial statements with management personnel
  • Monitor business performance
  • Monitor and manage cash flows
  • Monitor foreign currency exposure and manages foreign currency risk
  • Ensure that the regulatory requirements and compliance of all statutory bodies are met
  • Assist MD with the operational processes and ad hoc duties

Requirements:

  • B.Comm Accounting or similar degree (Honours degree advantageous)
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Manager role
  • Excellent knowledge of SA Tax and Accounting principles (IFRS)
  • Experience working with high-value and high volumes of foreign exchange essential 
  • Accurate and meticulous approach to work

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