Management Accountant: Fixed Term Contract (Reporting) at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future.
• As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact.
• As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Management Accountant (FTC) within our Baking operating unit. The candidate will be responsible for the Preparation and collation of Baking commercial analysis and management reporting requirements, as well as to provide operational support to the Reporting Commercial Manager.
• This position will be located in Pretoria West and is offered as a Fixed Term Contract.

Minimum Requirements    

• CA (SA) or CIMA with 1 to 2 years post article experience
• Experienced in Advanced Excel, Word and Powerpoint reporting
• Syspro experience will be advantageous
• FMCG/Manufacturing experience will be advantageous
• Financial reporting experience
• Computer literate with advanced experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Powerpoint)
• Syspro experience will be advantageous
• Power BI Reporting
• FMCG/Manufacturing experience will be advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities    
Management Reporting (Monthly):

• Compile and submit monthly flash reports to Commercial Manager
• Monthly consolidation reporting of financial performance of all the operating units  in the agreed format which will include commentary on key performance areas
• Compiling weekly and monthly performance dashboards
• Preparation, consolidation and formatting of quarterly performance information for inclusion in Monthly/Quarterly performance decks 
• Loading of monthly Income Statement results to group platform according to group reporting deadlines
• Perform monthly and Quarterly ROIC calculations

Adhoc commercial reporting

• Business Plan and Forecasting        
• Support the annual business plan and quarterly forecasting processes for Baking
• Consolidation all Operating Unit business plans and quarterly forecasts schedules
• Compile supporting information for the Baking business plan and quarterly forecasts presentations.

Commercial analysis and evaluation        

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management accounting reports.
• Obtain input and commentary on performance, progress and reasons for variances, where relevant.
• Identify and report irregularities and potential problems are reported to the Commercial Manager.
• Provide calculations and detailed analysis emanating from any queries that arise.
• Perform regular market and industry analysis and benchmark calculations
• Product costings and commercials

Information and Data management:

• Ensure all management tools (management accounts) are accurate and complete
• Ensure and manage the GL accounts and other system information to verify integrity 
• Input and maintain central performance reporting dashboards
• Update and maintain BOM’s in Syspro
• Update and maintain ingredient and packaging prices in Syspro
• Update and maintain Engineering spares in Syspro

Governance:

• Ensure that RCL Foods ethical standards and the requirements of the
• RPM are adhered to
• Report and or escalate any areas of non- compliance appropriately
• Stats SA info gathering and submission
• SAGIS submission

Effective teamwork and self-management:        

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrates effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Support and drive the business core values
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives
• Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy