Job Description:

To take ownership of the Financial Management for the business;
Financial planning, forecasting and target setting and on-going advisory role;
Budget Management, compiling of budgets, budget control and coordination (Preparation of detailed 5 year headline earnings budgets and cash flow forecasts);
Ensure accurate, timely preparation of financial statements, reports and schedules;
System Administration - ongoing evaluation and implementation of controls and changes, development input;
Monitor and manage all internal systems and controls;
Standardise business models to calculate and evaluate IRR of different products and investments;
Responsible for the whole Company Secretary Function;
Overall responsibility for legal, statutory, regulatory and operational compliance;
Reviewing of accountants’ work;
Authorising payments and primary responsible for banking profiles and treasury controls;
Preparation of reports for the fortnightly Group Exco meetings;
Working closely with management of various group companies with regards to reporting requirements and cash flow projections;
Liaising with insurance brokers and ensuring adequate insurance cover;
Review of agreements;
Dealings with external auditors and facilitating audits for the Company.
Upholding of the Company Confidentiality Agreement;
Compliance with all relevant legislations;
Effective management and continuity of all related activities;
All performance related tasks as required

Qualifications:

Relevant tertiary education and CA (SA) qualification
Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills and ability to multi-task
Good understanding and knowledge of accounting principles
Extensive knowledge of financial management principles and procedures
Working knowledge of financial and operational systems
Advanced computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Pastel, JobSYS)
5+ years progressive financial management and accounting experience (post article experience in commerce)
Professional communication skills
Comfortable interacting with external clients and suppliers at senior level