Retail Finance Administrator (Bellville )

Econo Foods Pty (Ltd); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 55 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join their Retail team. This role involves preparing and analyzing sales and financial reports, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and contributing to budget development. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and effectively communicate financial information to non-finance staff. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make an impact in a dynamic retail setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in retail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and analyzing sales and financial reports.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and managing spreadsheets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

B. Comm (Accounting)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Retail Finance Administrator (Bellville)

Location: Western Cape, Bellville

Deadline: May 28, 2025

Purpose of the Role

• We are seeking a Finance Administrator to join our growing Retail team to assist with reporting on all retail metrics. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, focused on accuracy, and possess strong analytical skills. This role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales Reporting:
   • Preparing relevant sales reports.
   • Analyzing and highlighting trends in sales performance.
   • Contributing to the development of accurate and relevant sales forecasts.
2. Financial Reporting:
   • Preparing and issuing financial reports (e.g., budget variance, store expense reports).
   • Analyzing financial data to identify trends and leading indicators for overspending.
3. Assist in Cost Allocations and People Metrics:
   • Reporting on all relevant retail people metrics.
   • Calculating and submitting retail incentives as required by policy.
4. Annual Budgets:
   • Contributing to the development of annual budgets.
   • Communicating approved budgets to all retail expense owners.
5. Compliance:
   • Ensuring adherence to financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies.
6. Data Management:
   • Maintaining accurate financial records, updating databases, and managing spreadsheets.
7. Process Improvement:
   • Identifying areas for improvement in financial processes and procedures.
8. Communication:
   • Communicating financial information to non-finance staff and stakeholders.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• B. Comm (Accounting) or equivalent finance-related qualification.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in retail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills for meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks.

Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships, embodying company values and culture.
• Friendly, helpful, confident, humble, and team-oriented.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.