Finance Manager – Transactions/Reporting/Compliance

Finance Manager – Transactions/Reporting/Compliance Bacardi Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.) This role, within the finance Middle East, Africa organization, is unique opportunity to be part of the Transaction & Compliance team responsible for the core financial processes for the South African and Nigerian markets with the aim to achieve its vision to be recognized as best‑in‑class organization by providing excellent accounting, reporting and compliance services to its stakeholders. This role will implement and/or execute process strategies within the following broad functional areas: General Accounting, Reconciliations & Month‑End - Audit & Financial Reporting and Taxation & Regulatory Compliance, all in a timely and accurate way. You will be a hands‑on team member with significant experience in core financial processes including Record‑to‑Report, Order‑to‑Cash, Procure‑to‑Pay, Intercompany & Treasury Flows. You will strive to find operational efficiencies in all processes and have a founder’s mentality to ensure a balanced approach to control environment recommendations. You will have good accounting GAAP knowledge and an interest in complex accounting concepts. As a member of the AMEA Finance Family you will be comfortable working across the matrix as part of a diverse team. Responsibilities Complete and accurate day‑to‑day accounting and reporting and month, quarter and year‑end closing of all companies within South Africa and Nigeria, working closely with Bacardi’s Shared Service Center to ensure financial submissions are complete and accurate and delivered on time. Oversee the Balance Sheet of all companies within South Africa and Nigeria, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Provide support to the organization for the resolution of the most complex cases. Rebates management: creation, monitoring of accruals balances & payment for both legal entities and submission of rebates creation & invoices in Tradall entity when applicable. Ensure controls are operating effectively, including execution and collaboration with other control owners. Ensure group re‑charges, reconciliations and invoicing are completed and cleared in a timely manner. Lead the management of foreign exchange (FX) implications across accounting, reporting, and treasury activities, in close coordination with Global Treasury, Global Finance, and Regional Finance teams. Manage year‑end audits in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (PWC, EY, Deloitte) for all legal entities, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and full compliance with local and internal deadlines. Lead the management of trade and liquor license renewals along with the BBBEE and Corporate Social Ethics committees. Partner cross‑functionally with Procurement, Human Resources, Legal, and Tax teams, and coordinate with the Global Corporate Secretarial Relations and Legal departments to ensure all local administrative and regulatory obligations are met. Support the Senior Finance Manager MEA, Transaction, Reporting & Compliance by implementing the delivery of Financial Accounting System processes including timely financial closings and accurate financial data reporting and compliance with all global/local KPIs. Actively execute and drive process improvement projects including system implementations. Work closely with other functions, such as Bacardi Shared Service Center, Commercial Finance, Performance Management, Budget Control and Reporting, Marketing and Operations, to ensure the streamlining of processes and proper communication of risk and opportunities. Skills & Capabilities 8+ years of incremental responsibilities in finance with a current role as Finance Manager or equivalent experience at a Big 4 Accountancy Firm; strong understanding of US GAAP and SOX controls. Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline is required. Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent (e.g., CIMA, ACCA) certification is required. Deep understanding of local company laws, audit requirements, and administrative compliance (trade licenses, liquor licenses, etc.). Registered Public Notary qualification or certification considered a plus, particularly for handling legal entity documentation, notarized filings, and compliance records. Excellent English level. Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus (Hindi, Arabic, French). Experience in a multinational corporation, in spirits and/or fast‑moving consumer goods industry is an advantage. Proven ability to manage and assess foreign exchange (FX) implications in accounting, reporting, and treasury processes. Confident & proficient in the use of SAP TM1, BI, MS Office with advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills. Proven proactive financial impact as a fully integrated team player & business partner. Outstanding communication skills & ability to establish strong working relationships across functions & cultures; networker comfortable influencing decision making across diverse stakeholders. Superb analytical skills, critical thinking, intellectual curiosity. Able to distil complex data sets & ideas into concise insights & recommendations. Process focused with an understanding of end‑to‑end business processes & their financial impacts. Track record of driving change in finance systems, procedures & practices as well as delivering process simplification & improved ways of working. Open to travel to Nigeria, especially during implementation or transition periods. Ability to initiate and foster open dialogue across Bacardi Enterprise Solutions (global shared service centers) and the Business Partner organization. Leadership & Agility Belonging: Capacity to create a culture of belonging where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become. Self‑Awareness: High levels of self‑awareness, reflective, and understand own strengths, weaknesses, and impact on others. People Agility: Deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance. Results Agility: Consistent delivery of results in first‑time situations by inspiring teams and building confidence. Mental Agility: Thinks critically to penetrate complex problems and expand possibilities through fresh connections; strategic while being execution focused and creative. Change Agility: Drives change with curiosity, experimentation, and effective handling of change dynamics; growth and learning mindset. EEO Statement Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility, and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. Perks At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well‑being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just cash The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance. Compensation & Benefits Competitive Pay Package Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered (i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community) Retirement/Pension Plan Health & Wellbeing Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance Calm Meditation App subscription (free) Employee Assistance Programs Best‑in‑class, family‑friendly, and inclusive leave policies Additional benefits may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand. Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. #J-18808-Ljbffr