Financial Manager - JHB at Ellahi Consulting

A leading Car Rental Group is seeking a Financial Manager. The Finance Manager will be responsible for the full financial accounting function and related activities for the company and other subsidiaries.

Employment Equity - as per employers EE policy - this position is designated for African applicants.

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• CA(SA)
• 3+ years as a Financial Manager 
• A minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience with specific exposure Automotive industry
• 3+ years of Corporate experience and  people management
• SAGE ERP systems knowledge advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities

• Management of the financial accounting function, including inventory, debtors, creditors, VAT, fixed assets, general ledger, company taxation, cash flow, forex and insurance
• Review and submission of Monthly flash results
• Review and submission of monthly management accounts
• Preparation on quarterly board packs
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and predicting future trends
• Producing Financial reports related to debtors, creditors
• Facilitating the half-year and year-end audit process
• Liaison with external and internal auditors
• Governance and Compliance including improving internal controls
• Performance management of Finance staff, including setting of KPI’s
• Manage finance related systems and internal controls
• Assist General Manager with ad hoc projects

Key Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent numerical and financial calculation skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• High level of Computer literacy, especially Excel and ERP systems
• Good people management skills (motivation, team building, discipline)
• Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
• High levels of personal discipline
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Trustworthy
• Deadline driven and results orientated
• Ability to work on own initiative, prioritize work and handle pressure

Disclaimer: 

• Disciplinary and attendance records  will be reviewed and considered
• BCR Employment Equity Plan, Targets and Strategy. People with disabilities may be given preference.