Financial Accountant

• Support financial management of the business by producing monthly management accounts, annual budgets and revenue and expenses forecasts and ad hoc reporting of financial trends
• Ensure integrity of financial results through performance of variance analysis and error finding on income statements and balance sheets movements on entity level
• Financial analysis of business unit earnings and expenses (burn rate)
• Consolidate financial information as requested for corporate reporting together with providing an understanding for high-level movements
• This role is responsible for enabling data-driven decision-making through real-time performance analysis and reporting
• Statutory reporting and requested management reporting
• Contributing to Profit and Loss identification and strategies
• Management of accounting tools - including the regular required input and reviewing the dashboard view
• Debtor reporting: net profitability of clients, working capital management and other capital allocation KPI’s
• Assistance with Claims reporting
• Daily Accounts Payable and Bank payments management

Requirements:

• Newly or nearly qualified CA(SA)
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
• Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and profitability analysis
• Experience with accounting software (both input and output). Experience working with Sage Evolution and Sage Intacct is highly advantageous
• Advanced computer skills (Excel) and some computer programming desired
• Financial services experience is advantageous (but not a requirement)
• Self-starter and operationally hands on
• Strong communication skills, including ability to articulate complex business issues in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to interact maturely and professionally with senior managers
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate large amounts of data into actionable information
• Accounting skills with strong financial acumen
• Ability to identify problems and implement an action plan
• Disciplined, pro-active and flexible

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