Flying FM at Puma Energy

Job Description

• Manage and supervise the overall activities of the Finance & Accounting functions in the entities that have been set up in South Africa (and which will be expanded through future acquisitions)
• Provide timely weekly and monthly reporting and ensure that it represents a true and fair statement of the operating activities at all times. Responsible for the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process.
• Comply with all Group and Statutory requirements of the company at both local and Group level. Ensure that all requirements are submitted accurately and on time.
• Implements and maintain a comprehensive and efficient internal control framework in line with group policies and procedures
• Prepare the company's financial reports and present findings and recommendations to the top executive Group and senior management.
• Comply with local tax regulations and with any legal requirements
• Provide day to day support to the Country manager

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy on financial information at all times
• Ensure that stock levels, product margins and variable costs are reviewed on a daily basis, and ensure that an efficient process is place for corrective actions
• Ensure the financial accounting system is fully implemented and used effectively across the African region
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Ensure that a (tax) efficient legal structure and relevant processes are in place at all times
• Investment analysis, reviews and recommendations
• Establish an efficient and effective structure for day to day cash management and credit control
• Ensure that effective funding and hedging structures are in place in line with corporate policies
• Establish a highlight motivated and efficient finance organization, geared for the anticipated rapid growth
• Incorporate newly acquired companies and assets into the Puma way of doing business

Requirements

Work Experience:

• Working experience in the storage and distribution of Petroleum products in a multi-national company.
• Accounting, Finance

Education

Charter Accountant: Finance (Required)

Skills

• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office applications, Ability to guide and coach others, Familiarity with Navision and Hyperion is preferred,
• Strong financial, technical and analytical skills.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese