Senior Accountant / Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities :
Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports under US/IFRS GAAP.
Liaise with auditors for quarterly review and final audit.
Take care of all tax & statutory compliance
Provide analytical support to the Head of country and continually improves financial systems and data.
Work with the local Operations team to produce robust budgets and forecasts for all sales and cost areas
Identify risks and opportunity areas to the forecasts.
Present monthly forecasting figures to the Operations team.
Effectively plan cashflow and manage working capital needs.
Provides weekly performance reporting to the Operations team highlighting trends and opportunities to assist in improving profits, margins and reducing costs.
Prepare detailed P&Ls to the Retail team, highlighting poor performance and opportunities.
Identify & deliver financial training to support the Operations team.
Liaise with the Corporate Finance team on key areas of financial control.
Work with local Operations team to ensure ordering and receipting is done effectively
Ensure all weekly/periodic data is collected and credited and period end numbers are reviewed.
Cash and Bank Management on a daily basis, from controlling of cash to sales reconciliation performed by the finance team

Competencies :
Functional
Excellent knowledge in Accounting, US / IFRS GAAP.
Knowledge in budget & monitoring systems
Computer knowledge
Hands on experience in SAP / any other ERP packages
v. Local taxation & statutory knowledge
Ability to do multi-task, prioritize work and meet tight schedules
Excellent interpersonal, communication & presentation skills.
Follow ethical behaviour
Good team player
Time management

Experience & Qualifications:
BCompt Financial Accounting Degree or equal
5+ years of experience in an Accounting role. 3+ years of which at a Senior Accountant/Supervisory level
Experience within the e-commerce retail industry will be an added advantage.