Accounting Administrator at Essity

About the Role

• The Accounting Administrator will be responsible for the local and foreign purchase to pay process and support for the legal entities in South Africa. This role will report directly to the GBS Statutory Financial Manager South Africa.
• We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk. 

What You Will Do

• Accurate and timely capturing on Accounts Payable and General Ledger (GL);
• Manage invoices in the Invoice Track approval system.
• Verify the 3-way match for all invoices captured and ensure payment within supplier terms;
• Daily processing of cash books for the respective bank accounts;
• Effectively and regularly monitor the cash flow position to effect payments to suppliers;
• Support with the vendor application and ensure  prompt loading on the system and bank;
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure prompt supplier query resolution;
• Support and provide accurate and complete information required by stakeholders;
• Ensure Exchange Control compliance is obtained for all foreign supplier payments and prepare documentation for all payments;
• Prepare all month end calculations and journal entries within the reporting deadlines;
• Completion of creditor and balance sheet reconciliations and ensure that GRIR accounts are matched and cleared;
• Responsible for intercompany match reporting requirement;
• Accurate completion of foreign financial reporting requirements within dedicated timelines;
• Monitor and maintain adequate foreign exchange cover to manage exchange rate risk within the legal entities;
• Support with resolving external and internal audit findings and implementation of recommended improvements;
• Undertake and support with projects on an on-going basis.

Who You Are

• Must have a Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar Finance role, with sound forex administration responsibilities within a FMCG, manufacturing industry;
• Must be proficient Microsoft Office, especially Excel; SAP B1 and financial information and reporting systems;
• Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and be fluent in English;
• Must be organized, process and deadline driven with excellent attention to detail;
• Strive for and drive continuous improvement within the full Accounts Pay process.