Management Accountant | JET | JHB

TFG (The Foschini Group); Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled financial analyst to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with the Head of Finance, supporting key financial processes and providing insightful analysis to drive performance. Your expertise in financial accounting and advanced Excel skills will be crucial as you prepare management reports and engage with stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence financial strategies within a diverse retail lifestyle group, known for its commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to make a meaningful impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years post-qualification experience, preferably in a trading environment.
• Good understanding of financial accounting and finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Partner in analysing management reports and financial performance.
• Manage budget, projection, and 3-year plan process.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Reconciliation and analysis skills

SAP experience

Accounting and reporting knowledge

Strong business communication skills

Education

CIMA or CA equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Who we are is because of our people. We invest in them because they make us better. We value our people, putting our customer’s first, working fast and smart and doing the right thing. TFG is a diverse, multi-faceted retail lifestyle group, woven into the lives of millions. We exist to genuinely be a part of our customer’s lives and we are passionate about inspiring our customers to live their best lives. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers.

This role will report to the Head of Finance in the JET division.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Business Partner in analysing management reports and financial performance of the division against its specific targets.
• Analyse standard monthly management reports and provide interpretation and commentary.
• Support with year-end procedures and reports.
• Manage the budget, projection and 3-year plan process.
• Preparation and presentation of monthly financial reports.
• Preparation of Revamps and New store viabilities.
• Preparation of month-end presentation.
• Review and preparation of financial reconciliation.
• Capturing of monthly journals.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis.
• Investigation and analysis of month-end variance to budget/forecast.
• Daily turnover split.
• CEO and CFO financial pack updates.
• Executive trade commentary.
• Stakeholder relationships management.
• Support the Finance BP.
• Act as the interface between Finance and the business.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive strong interactions and engagement across the finance operating model.
• Ensure engagement with relevant internal and external stakeholders within TFG.

Qualifications and Experience

• CIMA or CA equivalent is preferred.
• 3-5 years post-qualification experience, preferably in a trading environment.
• Good understanding of the TFG business and investor strategy.
• Good understanding of frameworks and requirements associated with annual reporting outputs.
• Very good knowledge of financial accounting and finance processes.

Skills

• Advanced Excel skills (non-negotiable).
• Reconciliation and analysis skills.
• SAP experience.
• Accounting and reporting knowledge.
• Strong business communication skills with the ability to work well in a collaborative environment with senior executives.
• Ability to draft commentary, analyse information to establish key messages, and present information both visually and in writing.

Behaviours

• Resilience - rebounding from setbacks and adversity in difficult situations.
• Networking - establishing and nurturing internal and external relationships for mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Innovation - fostering a culture of creativity that drives success.
• Decision quality - making timely, informed decisions.
• Accountability - taking responsibility and ensuring others meet performance targets.
• Managing complexity - interpreting and simplifying complex information.
• Organisational savvy - understanding and navigating organizational dynamics.
• Situational adaptability - adjusting behaviour and approach based on the situation.
• Strategic mindset - thinking and planning with a long-term perspective.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.