Reporting Controller Reporting Controller

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage company is looking for a Reporting Controller in Bryanston. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or CIMA/CA (SA) and at least 3-5 years of reporting experience in a multinational environment. Responsibilities include managing and driving the reporting process, business planning, and operational control. Candidates should have strong numerical skills and proficiency in SAP and Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience in reporting within a multinational.
• Prior experience in Accounting / Finance function (e.g. Sales, Factory or Supply Chain Controller).

Responsibilities

• Drive the Management Reporting process with timely and accurate reporting.
• Lead business planning processes – Operational Plan, Dynamic Forecast, and annual budget.
• Monitor PFME spending and coordinate with Business Controllers.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or CIMA / CA (SA)

Job description

Location: Bryanston

Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance; CIMA or CA (SA) would be an advantage.

Experience: Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience in reporting within a multinational.

Closing Date: 19 September

Position Summary

With a history spanning over years, Nestlé didn't become the world's leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We’re now looking for Reporting Controller in Bryanston. As a Reporting Controller, you will be responsible for all Decision Support and Control activities within Nestlé in the Market including production and distribution of timely, accurate and relevant management reporting and analysis, ensuring functional leadership on controlling and coordination with business and co-pilots.

A day in the life a Reporting Controller :

• Drive the Management Reporting process to provide all required reporting necessary to deliver transparent and timely information and ensure quality of processes and outputs, which in scope of : Coordinate accurate consolidation and timely submission of Magnitude packages and OSOT within Group deadlines (SACT, PACT, MASH, DF, PICA, SCOM) and other market reporting under BPR
• Manage and assist management reports on main business Objectives / KPI to local management
• Provide relevant reporting for the Group / Zone (e.g. Monthly Zone deck, cost below COP etc).

Ensure the accuracy, integrity and consistency of Markets' financial reporting in full compliance with NAS to Group Reporting and Control. Business planning : Lead business planning process - Operational Plan, Dynamic Forecast and annual budget. Coordinate DF consolidation and monitoring to ensure the achievement of financial objectives. Quantify risks / opportunities from gap analysis. Provide support for Market Business & Strategy. Operational control : Monitor PFME spending and proactively coordinate with Business Controllers to managed spending expectation. Consolidate marketing activity / PFME of NIM businesses, including PFME related information for monthly business review presentation and NIMCOM. Provide support for various analysis / alternative to support decision-making process (e.g. consolidate PFME report, post evaluation, etc).

Support business co-pilots for business planning process by providing history information PFME by type / channel / BU / product. Performing analysis regarding Strategic Revenue Management. Provide ad-hoc support and analysis to Business units and Corporate Functions in the areas of PFME and marketing Activities. Other ad hoc analysis as and when required.

What will make you successful?

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or CIMA / CA (SA) advantageous.
• Prior experience in Accounting / Finance function (e.g. Sales, Factory or Supply Chain Controller).
• SAP, Excel and PowerPoint experience.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Speed and accuracy with figures.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise in order to meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement experience and management, capable of leading others and working effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressurized situations, adaptable in a stressful environment.
• Solution driven.