Financial Controller

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: Kempton Park
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of the Role

This position entails working in a team of highly skilled individuals, managing tight deadlines and owning a multitude of controlling and reporting activities across SA and the SSA Region. This includes overall responsibility for reporting in SAP ERP, SAP SAC, SAP Group reporting, Planon, and Enablon.

This function will take over as owner of SAP SAC and SAP GR functions and will be responsible for all aspects of the reporting, reporting to the Manager Controlling regarding task completion.

The Financial Controller will assist the Manager, Controlling with the Group internal control framework (34 Key Controls), ad-hoc analyses, and the Annual Financial Statements for the DSV AFRI Region, as well as assist in managing audits and drafting annual financial statements in the SSA space. Be innovative and forward-thinking to identify new ideas to assist the team and be a business partner.

The Financial Controller will provide support to Business Controlling, MDs, and other departments within the organization, as well as external auditors, which requires strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. Effective communication is crucial for success in this highly deadline-driven environment.

Tertiary Qualification

• BCom Accounting honours Degree or related financial qualification
• SAIPA/CIMA or similar is an advantage

Computer Literacy Level

• Advanced: MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote

Additional Computer Skills

• Advanced: SAP 4/HANA

Job Related Requirements

• At least 5 years experience working in Finance
• Excellent knowledge of financial controlling and reporting
• Excellent working knowledge of foreign currency translations and revaluations
• SAP knowledge required
• Excellent working knowledge of preparing and analysing financial statements
• Good working knowledge of Tax, including VAT, WHT, and income tax
• Good working knowledge of local and group financial compliance
• Excellent knowledge of the company’s accounting policies and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of Internal Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Able to identify and solve problems
• Ability to analyse financial data
• Professional etiquette
• Ability to deliver on objectives
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and environments
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Deadline-oriented
• High regard for integrity and confidentiality
• Self-starter who will use own initiative
• Effective communication
• Innovative and forward-thinking
• Take responsibility and accountability for assigned tasks

Added Advantages for the Role

• SAP Group Reporting & ERP systems
• Cargowise Financials

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review of financial figures in SAP GR (P/L, B/S, Cash Flow) and comment on deviations against budget for both current and prior periods.
• Keep the Statutory TB up to date monthly, as well as the Statutory asset register.
• Update Group Company Records (Simpler Legal) in a timely manner.
• Update and send progressive balance sheets and review critical reconciliations before month-end.
• Complete after month-end reporting.
• Liase with business to ensure accurate accruals and provisions are raised.
• Assist with the monthly controlling review performed by the team, as well as deep dives in P&L reviews below GP.
• Responsible for correct RITS (Regional IT Service cost) reporting on a monthly basis. Ensure sign-off from local stakeholders and group stakeholders.
• Support and assist the department Manager with all elements of monthly reporting to Group Financial Controllers.
• Team lead for Planon (Group tool for IFRS 16).
• Consolidation of Risks & Opportunities for Exco.
• Assist in ESG reporting quarterly and insurance reporting half-yearly.
• Ensure monitoring and action on the monthly task lists.
• Assist with group controller visits and ensure any findings are addressed.
• Assist with external audits and preparation of Annual Financial Statements for all entities.
• Finance process owner of SED provisions quarterly – Calculations will be prepared by Assistant Managers Accounting.
• Finance process owner of BBBEE reporting in Mpower.
• Assist with 34 Key Controls, including gathering details from other departments such as AR, AP, Cash management, Tax, and legal.
• Assist with DCF calculations for dividend distribution. Organize the interim/year-end audit in conjunction with the Accounting Department and centralize all information/reconciliations for the full region.
• Assist in the budget process as well as the uploading of budgets.
• Support during Acquisitions.
• Support the Business with compliance matters and financial analysis functions.
• Liase with AP, AR, CM, and Senior Management.
• Adhoc duties for management and senior management.
• Period-end close responsibilities.
• This position might involve limited travel of up to approximately 10 days a year.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.