Assistant Financial Manager

Marvel Placement Consultants; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Qualified Chartered Accountant to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. This role involves preparing and analyzing financial results, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with IFRS. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting and auditing, with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. This position offers an opportunity to enhance financial systems and contribute to strategic decision-making within the organization. If you are passionate about finance and looking for a rewarding challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) with BCom Honours in Accounting.
• Experience in manufacturing sector with strong IFRS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly financial results to management.
• Manage cash flow and conduct strategic financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and lead annual budgeting process.

Skills

Technical Accounting Knowledge (IFRS)

Financial Reporting

Audit Proficiency

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

BCom Honours in Accounting

CTA Qualification

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))
• BCom Honours in Accounting or CTA Qualification
• Experience in the manufacturing sector
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS)
• Audit proficiency and understanding of risk and controls
• Proficient in financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• Own vehicle and valid driver's license

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial results to management
• Manage cash flow requirements daily, monthly, and long-term
• Conduct strategic financial analysis for decision-making
• Improve financial systems and processes
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts
• Product costing and cost efficiency analysis
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and policies
• Assist in audit preparation and statutory reporting
• Maintain accurate accounting records
• Lead annual budgeting process
• Resolve balance sheet discrepancies
• Ensure IFRS compliance in financial reports
• Prepare year-end financial statements
• Analyse stock variances and manage fixed assets

Additional Information

Closing date for applications is 24 April 2025. CV submissions are accepted until 16 May 2025.

Note: We appreciate all applications; if you do not hear within two weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will be kept for future opportunities.

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