Management Acountant

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for preparation of monthly management accounts.
2. Leading the month-end process, including preparation of management accounts, investigating any discrepancies in the accounts, providing commentary and variance analysis.
3. Performing the month-end procedures in the accounting software.
4. Review month-end tasks performed by commercial managers, including cash flow analysis, FX postings, accruals and prepayments, fixed assets, etc.
5. Running weekly timetable meetings with the team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner.
6. Preparation of monthly and quarterly balance sheet report and related commentary.
7. Presenting results at quarterly meetings with budget holders.
8. Leading the annual budget process and year-end forecast by liaising with colleagues in other departments.
9. Providing information to budget holders upon request.
10. Reviewing weekly/monthly bank reconciliations and providing support as required.

Requirements:

1. Qualification in Business finance or Accounting.
2. Recognised professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, and National Tax Diploma an advantage.
3. 5-10 years of accounting experience in public accounting or private sector.
4. Proficient using MS Word and applicable accounting software.
5. Thorough knowledge of general accounting principles including the application of general accounting theory.
6. Strong leadership and proven supervisory skills.
7. Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
8. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
9. Ability to work and interact with department and client organizations.
10. Sound knowledge of financial management, Balance Sheets, Cash flow, Income statements, and SA market economy.
11. Good understanding of business and financial issues.