Financial Manager

Autocar, LLC; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

Autocar, LLC is seeking a Financial Manager to lead the accounting and finance functions at their location in Durbanville, South Africa. This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing reports, and collaboration with external auditors. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and substantial business experience, aiming to drive the organization's financial success.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision options

401K plan

Attractive compensation package

Qualifications

• 10+ years of business experience in accounting and reporting.
• 3-4 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the financial and accounting functions.
• Manage the monthly financial close process and report generation.
• Coordinate budgets and conduct financial analytics.

Skills

Financial Analytics

Leadership

Accounting Standards Compliance

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

FINANCIAL MANAGER

Your Mission

Drive the sustainable success of our organization by optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. As a key player, you will spearhead the management of our accounting and finance functions, ensuring meticulous control monitoring, interpreting financial data, and averting any unforeseen challenges.

Location:

The candidate will work from GVW Group’s offices in Durbanville, with the possibility to relocate to Birmingham, Alabama, USA, after 1 year.

*All U.S. based employment is subject to company discretion and U.S. legal and visa requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company's financial and accounting facets functions (including various entities’ General Ledgers, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cash).
• Lead and manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate recording of all incurred costs, reviewing journal entries, reconciling account balances, and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Generate reports pertaining to consolidations, bank compliance, and specific entity location and department activities.
• Establish and nurture a robust, cohesive financial team, actively managing performance to align with company and personal objectives.
• Innovate and implement business processes and accounting policies to fortify internal controls and steer the company toward both short and long-term financial goals.
• Coordinate and compile budgets, financial statements, and forecasts while reporting on variances.
• Conduct financial analytics, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other pertinent financial standards.
• Collaborate with external auditors during the year-end audit, aiding in the preparation of audit schedules, data, and information. Work closely with the accounting team to facilitate a smooth audit process.
• Proactively engage with various departments across the organization, providing essential information to enhance decision-making processes, boost profitability, and uphold proper accounting procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 5 – 7 years business experience in accounting and reporting
• 3 – 4 years supervisory experience is preferred

Autocar LLC offers an attractivecompensation and benefits package, to include base salary, incentive bonus opportunities, and benefits such as medical/dental/vision options, 401K plan, etc.

Autocar is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.