Management Accountant - Johannesburg Verfied

Salary Negotiable Johannesburg, Gauteng Johannesburg, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 25-08-2017 10:49:17 AM
20-10-2017 10:49:17 AM
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Planning is an important function of management accounting which is most effectively performed by the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Management accounting lays great emphasis on accountability through effective performance measurement.
Assist with SAP stabilisation.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with controlling function throughout the month ie: processing journals, review and timeously resolve queries.
Ensure month-end deadlines are adhered to and completed on time.
Assist with adhoc SAP stabilization projects throughout the product line.
Annual budgeting process.
Monthly forecasting.
Plant fixed and variable cost variance analysis on a monthly basis at both detailed and high level.
Continuously challenge variable and fixed costs and ensure correct application of group chart of accounts.
Preparation and distribution of plant cost reports.
Preparation and control of Capital expenditure (Documentation, budget, Reconciliation and tracking).
Analysis of various Income statement accounts.
Maintaining and review completeness of the Fixed Asset Register.
Adhoc plant visits to add value and assist plant staff.
Keeping abreast with new developments related to finance, accounting and tax and ensuring that they are implemented or considered by management if applicable.
Provide assistance to internal and external auditors and resolve audit queries.
Review of control environment and implementation of applicable controls to limit risks.
Assist with adhoc tasks as and when required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Tertiary education qualification in accounting / finance
CIMA or similar qualification
3 to 5 years experience in management/finance accounting

TECHNICAL & PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Good ability with accounting systems
Excellent SAP and EXCEL skills
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Sound technical accounting principles
Ability to work under time pressure to meet deadlines
Show initiative
Ability to work independently as well as within teams