Plant Controller

Red Cat Recruitment; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled financial professional to join their team in Gqeberha. In this pivotal role, you will assist in preparing forecasts and budgets, conduct comprehensive analyses, and present insightful reports to management. Your expertise in advanced Excel and familiarity with SAP will be crucial in ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cost-saving initiatives and enhance financial performance within a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you are passionate about finance and looking to make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a senior financial role in manufacturing or automotive.
• Strong analytical skills for variance and product analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing forecasts and annual budgets for Southern Africa plants.
• Conduct variance and product analysis, presenting cost centre reports.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist in preparation of Forecasts and annual Budget for all Southern Africa Plants
2. Preparation of monthly (local & Group) management results per Group standards
3. Variance analysis
4. Product analysis
5. All Material analysis
6. Review charges to suppliers & customers
7. Ensure SAP allocations are updated for product results
8. Analysis of Personnel Costs / Hours
9. Presenting management with cost centre reports on a monthly basis
10. Presenting quality costing reports
11. Evaluation of cost saving initiatives
12. Bank signatory & EFT authorization
13. Assist with various other tasks as and when required
14. Advanced Excel required

Job Requirements:

• 5 years experience in a senior financial position within the manufacturing / automotive sector