Senior Financial Analyst

4 weeks ago

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa Talent Scout Full time
Purpose of the Role:

The Financial Manager will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, analysing financial data, and ensuring the company's financial health. The ideal candidate will possess strong Excel skills, an accounting qualification, and the ability to work under pressure, especially when interacting with senior executives. The role will include the month-end processing for various companies and provide business analytical insights across subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and maintain financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations and financial reporting.
  • Analyse financial data and provide insights and recommendations to management across subsidiaries.
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
  • Prepare for and assist with audits, both internal and external.
  • Provide quick, accurate responses to executive queries, including ad-hoc financial reporting.
  • Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field (CA qualification is not required but would be advantageous).
  • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables and data analysis tools.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with accounting software (e.g. SAP, QuickBooks, Xero, etc) is advantageous.
  • Ability to think quickly, problem solve and interact effectively with executives under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial personnel.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Key Competencies:

  • Self-Management – Attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture. Self-driven, disciplined and accountable. Ability to define and analyse a problem, gather necessary information, and draw valid conclusions for problem resolution. Welcoming constructive criticism.
  • Technical - Knowledge of accounting principles related to accounts payables, stock, bank and cash and account receivables.
  • Technological – Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and Syspro. Intermediate proficiency in Excel. Ability to become proficient in the organisation's various systems.
  • Interpersonal – Ability to work in a small office environment as part of a team.
  • Language – Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English. The ability to read, write and speak in other languages is desirable. Ability to communicate professionally via all forms of media, both verbal and written.
  • A mature candidate with extensive experience and a demonstrated track record of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Proactive and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Flexibility:

Additional functions and or duties may be required in addition to those listed above.

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