Financial Analyst at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A global leader in the agricultural distribution chain is seeking the above to enhance the company's back-office capabilities by ensuring the production of accurate financial statements, maintaining a high level of compliance, preparing monthly management packs, enabling timely decision-making, and optimizing cash management.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree, CPA, ACCA, or CIMA certification is advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial analysis, accounting, or controlling, with expertise in financial reporting, consolidation, and tax compliance
• Proficient in financial tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau; ERP systems such as SAP, Sage; and financial reporting software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a collaborative working style

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Analyzing financial data, tracking KPIs, and generating insights to support strategic decisions.
• Preparing regular financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses.
• Overseeing all accounting transactions, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Managing accounts payable/receivable and general ledger reconciliations.
• Maintaining and analyzing financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Preparing consolidated financial statements and ensuring consistency across business units.
• Calculating and filing taxes, ensuring adherence to local tax laws, and implementing updates as needed.
• Assessing company liquidity and cash flow; providing optimization recommendations.
• Assisting with budgeting, financial forecasting, and modeling to align with business goals.
• Monitoring and controlling costs, identifying savings opportunities, and proposing efficiency strategies.
• Maintaining compliance with internal and external policies; assisting in audits and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborating with other departments to deliver financial insight and improve business performance.