Finance Manager: BDS - TBI (Johannesburg) at Tiger Brands

THE JOB AT A GLANCE

This role will partner with the Category Financial Director to provide the financial management of a selected business unit, ensuring all necessary procedures and policies are in place and are properly followed.  Focus on the integrity, accuracy and completeness of financial records in compliance with IFRS.  Managing the team of accountants and provide the review and oversight of balance sheet reconciliations and journals.   You will also review all financial reporting, including but not limited to, monthly management packs, budgets, forecasts, tax packs, audit packs and profit estimates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provides the Category Financial Director with strong financial support in all aspects of the business/ Category including Marketing/ Innovation / NPD & Pricing scenario’s
• Establish and lead the annual budget and quarterly forecast process of a selected business unit including all manufacturing sites and stock locations associated with the business unit/ Category
• Manage the year end process of a selected business unit/ Category including the review and submission of the year end financial pack and tax pack
• Manage the month-end close process for the selected business unit/ Category
• Provide financial inputs and ad-hoc reports on all business related activities
• Review and approve the journals and reconciliations prepared by the financial accountants
• Complete capex’s that is ready for the approval process. Up to date list of capex’s and position in approval process
• Implement and maintain proper financial systems and controls 
• Review and oversight of all reporting, including, but not limited to, monthly management packs, budgets, forecasts, tax packs, audit packs and profit estimates
• You will deliver motivated, well-trained and informed accounting and reporting team that deliver output and services according to expectations
• Manage foreign exchange transactions and ensure adherence to IFRS and Group forex policy
• Provide annual declaration of assets and business risks to be insured with adequate consideration given to replacement values and risk management issues

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Submission of accurate and complete financial and non-financial reports on/before set deadlines
• Accomplishment of the business unit’s financial strategy and IPA
• % of accomplishment of Personal Development Plan Goals/objectives and Individual
• Performance Appraisals
• Achieve a positive and team orientated culture amongst employees
• Achievement of a low staff turnover to retain human capital investment
• Avoid/limit audit findings

QUALIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Key attributes and competencies

• CIMA or CA(SA), exceptions will be considered
• Strong communication skills, leadership and coaching skills
• Business analytical skills
• Strong Finance business background 
• Advanced knowledge in the use of financial software applications, databases, spreadsheets and word processing required
• Be able to make sound, independent judgements
  Ability to clearly communicate and share storytelling and influencing decisions

Experience

• 8 - 12 years total experience, with 3 – 5 years relevant FMCG management accounting experience in multiple categories