Management Accountant (FTC)

Boardroom Appointments; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant in South Africa. The role involves compiling and submitting monthly reports, supporting business planning, and conducting financial analysis. Candidates should have CA (SA) or CIMA qualifications with at least 1 to 2 years of post-article experience, and proficiency in tools like Excel and Syspro. This position requires strong teamwork and self-management skills.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years post article experience required.
• Experience in FMCG/Manufacturing is advantageous.
• Computer literate with advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Compile monthly flash reports to the Commercial Manager.
• Prepare quarterly performance information for reporting.
• Perform regular market and industry analysis.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Management Reporting

Financial Reporting

Power BI Reporting

Syspro

Education

CA (SA) or CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Syspro

Job description

Overview

About the job Management Accountant (FTC)

Minimum Requirements

• CA (SA) or CIMA with 1 to 2 years post article experience
• Experienced in Advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint reporting
• Syspro experience will be advantageous
• FMCG/Manufacturing experience will be advantageous
• Financial reporting experience
• Computer literate with advanced experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Power BI Reporting

Duties & Responsibilities

Management Reporting (Monthly)

• Compile and submit monthly flash reports to Commercial Manager
• Monthly consolidation reporting of financial performance of all operating units in the agreed format, including commentary on key performance areas
• Compile weekly and monthly performance dashboards
• Preparation, consolidation, and formatting of quarterly performance information for inclusion in Monthly/Quarterly performance decks
• Load monthly Income Statement results to the group platform according to group reporting deadlines
• Perform monthly and Quarterly ROIC calculations
• Ad-hoc commercial reporting

Business Plan and Forecasting

• Support the annual business plan and quarterly forecasting processes for Baking
• Consolidate all Operating Unit business plans and quarterly forecasts schedules
• Compile supporting information for the Baking business plan and quarterly forecasts presentations

Commercial Analysis and Evaluation

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounting reports
• Obtain input and commentary on performance, progress, and reasons for variances, where relevant
• Identify and report irregularities and potential problems to the Commercial Manager
• Provide calculations and detailed analysis emanating from any queries that arise
• Perform regular market and industry analysis and benchmark calculations
• Product costings and commercials

Information and Data Management

• Ensure all management tools (management accounts) are accurate and complete
• Ensure and manage the GL accounts and other system information to verify integrity
• Input and maintain central performance reporting dashboards
• Update and maintain BOMs in Syspro
• Update and maintain ingredient and packaging prices in Syspro
• Update and maintain Engineering spares in Syspro

Governance

• Ensure that The Companys ethical standards and the requirements of the RPM are adhered to
• Report and/or escalate any areas of non-compliance appropriately
• Stats SA info gathering and submission
• SAGIS submission

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities, demonstrating effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritizing, and self-development
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Support and drive the business core values
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and go the extra mile to meet team targets and objectives
• Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy