Retail Finance Coordinator (Bellville )

Econofoods; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector seeks a Retail Finance Coordinator in Bellville. The ideal candidate will manage and report on key financial metrics, ensuring compliance with policies while enhancing financial processes. Applicants should have a B. Comm in Accounting and strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in finance or accounting, preferably in retail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze sales and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Contribute to annual budget development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

B. Comm (Accounting) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Job title : Retail Finance Coordinator (Bellville)

Job Location : Western Cape, Bellville

Deadline : June 26, 2025

Purpose of the Role

• We are seeking a Retail Finance Coordinator 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

Sales Reporting

• Preparing relevant sales reports
• Analyzing and highlighting trends in sales performance
• Contributing to the development of accurate and business-relevant forecasts

Financial Reporting

• Preparing and issuing financial reports (Budget variance, store expense reports)
• Analyzing financial data to identify trends and leading indicators for overspending
• Assisting in cost allocations

Retail People Metrics

• Reporting on all relevant People metrics for retail
• Calculating and submitting all retail incentives as required by policy

Annual Budgets

• Contributing to the development of annual budgets
• Communicating approved budgets to all retail expense owners

Compliance

• Ensuring adherence to financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies

Data Management

• Maintaining accurate financial records, updating databases, and managing spreadsheets

Process Improvement

• Identifying areas for improvement in financial processes and procedures

Communication

• Communicating financial information to non-finance staff and stakeholders

Requirements

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

Competencies Required

• Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills, embodying the company values and culture
• Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and team-oriented
• Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Closing Date

• June 6, 2025 (06/06/2025)