Junior Forensic Accountant

Management Accountant (FTC) - 9 Month Contract

Minimum Requirements

• CA (SA) or CIMA with 1 to 2 years post article experience
• Experienced in Advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint reporting
• Syspro experience will be advantageous
• FMCG/Manufacturing experience will be advantageous
• Financial reporting experience
• Computer literate with advanced experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Power BI Reporting

Duties & Responsibilities

Management Reporting (Monthly)

• Compile and submit monthly flash reports to Commercial Manager
• Monthly consolidation reporting of financial performance of all operating units in the agreed format, including commentary on key performance areas
• Compile weekly and monthly performance dashboards
• Preparation, consolidation, and formatting of quarterly performance information for inclusion in Monthly/Quarterly performance decks
• Load monthly Income Statement results to the group platform according to group reporting deadlines
• Perform monthly and Quarterly ROIC calculations
• Ad-hoc commercial reporting

Business Plan and Forecasting

• Support the annual business plan and quarterly forecasting processes for Baking
• Consolidate all Operating Unit business plans and quarterly forecasts schedules
• Compile supporting information for the Baking business plan and quarterly forecasts presentations

Commercial Analysis and Evaluation

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounting reports
• Obtain input and commentary on performance, progress, and reasons for variances, where relevant
• Identify and report irregularities and potential problems to the Commercial Manager
• Provide calculations and detailed analysis emanating from any queries that arise
• Perform regular market and industry analysis and benchmark calculations
• Product costings and commercials

Information and Data Management

• Ensure all management tools (management accounts) are accurate and complete
• Ensure and manage the GL accounts and other system information to verify integrity
• Input and maintain central performance reporting dashboards
• Update and maintain BOMs in Syspro
• Update and maintain ingredient and packaging prices in Syspro
• Update and maintain Engineering spares in Syspro

Governance

• Ensure that The Companys ethical standards and the requirements of the RPM are adhered to
• Report and/or escalate any areas of non-compliance appropriately
• Stats SA info gathering and submission
• SAGIS submission

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities, demonstrating effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritizing, and self-development
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Support and drive the business core values
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and go the extra mile to meet team targets and objectives
• Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy