Graduate: Business Control

1 week ago

Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa Volvo Group Full time
South Africa

Position Description


Volvo Trucks Southern Africa is offering an exciting opportunity for a graduate to get exposure in various Business Control functions as described below.


The main purpose of the job is support function, you will learn to manage different activities in the Finance area within Central Business Control. The position is based in Boksburg at the Head Office. Some travel occasionally is to be expected.

Reporting:
This position will report to the CFO.

Job Objectives:

  • To support with Management cost control.
  • To support with monthly Financial Reporting i.e.
  • Journal posting and review on SAP accounting system.
  • Reporting financial results on Company's reporting system (VGCS system).
  • Detailed financial analyses vs Planned/Budget.
  • Preparing and presenting results to Business Control Global Team.
  • To support with preparing financial forecast and budget.
  • To support with equipment investment management.
  • To support with management accounting tools to visualize results and data.
  • To support with other Finance related tasks.
  • To support with cost reports and analyses the cost for accuracy and completeness.
  • To support work with Cash Flow, both actuals and forecasted to present and visualize this in tools like Power Bi, AI, Robot analytics etc.
  • This role also requires you to participate in many areas, but main focus will be Central Business Controlling.
  • Participate in projects to drive progress.
  • Liase with other Finance colleagues for decision making, analysis, reporting and consolidation.

As a successful Graduate Business Controller will:

  • Perform current work.
  • Develop the work.
  • Develop yourself.
  • Develop the team.
We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusiveness to make us a stronger and better organization. The motivation and passion to support our customers set us apart from others that want to be like us. Our company culture is how we interact with each other, with our customers and society as a whole. It is the foundation on which everything else is built.

We embrace new ideas and constantly challenge the status quo - innovation is driven by a willingness to change to stay ahead and find smart ways to create new solutions.

The role may require rotation of work tasks to keep us updated.
Participate and drive new technology as an important role with automation and artificial intelligence.

Qualification:

  • Diploma/Degree in Finance.

Key Competencies:

  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Computer Literacy (MS Office confident in PowerPoint and Excel advantageous).
  • Power Bi/AI exposure or the interest in visualization tools.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Able to multitask.
  • Time management as we report globally to predefined deadlines.
  • Administration Skills.
  • Ability to work under the pressure.
  • Flexible and with social skills as we interact with many internal and external stakeholders.

Competency Requirements:

Interpersonal skills - team player with excellent communication skills who is able to work with various departments across the organization.

Quality - driven by service and continuous improvement mind-set to enhance the quality of deliverables in terms of accuracy, timeliness and in accordance with policies, guidelines and best practices.

Agility - the ability to prioritize, monitor and control operations in a climate of change and to work under pressure.

Initiative and responsibility - ability to work on own initiatives and to act pro-actively by identifying opportunities and driving change.


IT skills - an interest for IT, strong systems skills and experience as well as an interest for ERP systems (SAP), Microsoft Office especially Excel, etc. Smart view knowledge is a plus

Analytical thinking - ability to understand, structure and think through implementable solutions to business-related problems. Interpret data, draw conclusions and provide guidance by balancing strong commercial acumen with a risk and control mind-set.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

About us
The
Volvo Trucks brand has been built up over decades and enjoys a solid position worldwide. It is one of the world's best known and respected brands within the commercial vehicle industry. It is associated with the core values quality, safety and environmental care. With Volvo Trucks you will be part of a global and diverse team. We work with passion, we trust each other and we embrace change to stay ahead. Together we move the world we want to live in and help our customers keep their promises.

Auto req ID
142395BR

Organization
Volvo Trucks

State / Province
Gauteng

City/Town
Boksburg

Employment/Assignment Type
Temporary

Travel Required (maximum)
Occasional Travel

Functional Area
Finance & Control

14-Jul-2023

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