Finance Manager

DP World; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global trade company in Alberton is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial performance and manage budgets. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of post-articles experience, preferably with knowledge in Freight Forwarding. This role involves significant financial oversight and collaboration with management for strategic financial planning.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years post articles experience.
• Knowledge and experience in Freight Forwarding advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Manage business unit accountants.
• Check and sign off general ledgers and reconciliations.
• Liaise with auditors for annual audit.

Skills

Financial management

Budget preparation

Financial controls

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7)

CA

Job description

Job Function

The Finance Manager is responsible for managing the finances and monitoring the financial performance of a business unit. Analyse daily financial activities, providing advice & guidance to management.

Key Performance Areas

• Overseeing and completing the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Overseeing and completing of month ends.
• Managing the business unit accountants.
• Assist management to institute and maintain proper financial controls in the business.
• Check and/or complete various statutory and tax returns, e.g. VAT
• Monitor the implementation of financial procedures to ensure disciplines are adhered to.
• Perform the necessary authorisations required to ensure sound financial controls in all financial functions.
• Check and sign off general ledgers, reconciliations and accounts.
• Liaise with auditors to ensure annual audit is successfully completed.
• Completing tax packs for the business unit.
• Flash reporting during the month.
• Provide financial advice and support to managers.
• Assist with Customer costings and Customer queries.
• Research and report on factors influencing business performance.
• Assist with CAPEX motivations and approvals.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's or equivalent 3-year degree (NQF Level 7).
• CA would be advantageous.

Experience and Skills Required

• 5 - 10 years post articles experience.
• Knowledge and experience in Freight Forwarding would be an added advantage for this role.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

EEO Statement

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.

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