Financial Manager at Marvel Placement Consultant

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric.
• Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Preferred: Professional certification such as CA (SA) or CIMA.
• Minimum of 5 years of financial management experience, preferably within a medium-sized organisation.

Advantageous: Experience working with:

• Sage Evolution,
• Granite Barcoding,
• Qlik Sense,
• MS Office,
• Must have own vehicle and a valid Driver’s License.
• Availability to travel nationally to branches as needed.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, including Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Planning and Budget Management

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets for Sales, Marketing, Salaries, and Operations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Conduct quarterly budget reviews and make necessary forecast adjustments.
• Monitor and report on budget performance, offering actionable insights and recommendations.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Coordinate the preparation of estimates for provisional tax returns.
• Manage the annual audit process, ensuring the availability of Annual Financial Statements (AFS) by the end of April each year.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow to meet company obligations effectively.
• Maintain cash flow forecasts and collaborate with FNB Forex to mitigate financial risks.

Team Leadership and Development

• Supervise and mentor the finance team to ensure high performance and productivity.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and facilitate training and development opportunities.

Inventory Management

• Coordinate stock takes according to the agreed schedule.
• Ensure accuracy in stock databases to meet reporting requirements.
• Maintain stock level spreadsheets and approve inventory purchase orders within agreed limits.
• Oversee the timely approval and recording of write-offs and manage monthly reconciliations of supplier backorders and returns.

Invoicing and Accounts Management

• Ensure the finance team maintains up-to-date invoicing and GIV records.
• Communicate outstanding purchase order (PO) and GIV details to the sales team.

Strategic Financial Planning

• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic business plans.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to drive informed decision-making and support business growth.

Ad Hoc Projects

• Manage special projects as needed, such as BBBEE compliance and ISO certifications.