Management Accountant at Pepkor Payments & Lending

Job Description

• The purpose of this role is to support the management of PPL through the providing of accurate, relevant and timely financial information which aids in better planning, evaluating and controlling of the organisation

Key Responsibilities 

Management Reporting 

• Preparation of the consolidated monthly management accounts in line with the reporting deadlines
• Provide actual vs budget/forecast variance analysis on revenue and expenses
• Report actual vs budget/forecast results per cost centre to Department Managers/Executive Team
• Provide feedback to Department Managers/Executive team on queries
• Identify new management reports to meet business requirements
• Prepare first draft of monthly management presentation 
• Produce first draft of quarterly Divisional CEO Report detailing business performance

Budgeting and Forecasting 

• Support the Head of Finance with the preparation of timetables and guidelines for annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Responsible for the completion and submission of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Responsible for the completion and submission of monthly rolling forecasts
• Maintenance and enhancement of Budget models to facilitate consolidation of budget/forecast

Completeness and accuracy of the General Ledger 

• Maintain Pastel Chart of Accounts that supports management reporting requirements
• Prepare and process closing monthly journal entries

Year-end close and Audit 

• Involvement in interim & year-end reporting process as required (including liaison/query resolution with external auditors with regards to management accounts)

Other Adhoc Tasks 

•     Provide financial models for new business initiatives
• Provide support to Finance Manager
• Stakeholder management: Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide input and guidance in finance-related issues

Job Requirements
Behavioural & Functional Competencies

• Analytical and critical thinking
• Effective negotiation 
• Ability to influence
• Sense of personal accountability 
• Deadline driven and highly motivated
• Planning, organising and scheduling objective setting
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively within area of accountability
• Ability to communicate effectively on all levels

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management accounting role
• BComm or equivalent finance qualification (Diploma/ Degree)
• Preferred: BComm (Hons) / CIMA
• Financial services industry experiences advantageous
• Proven track record in the performance areas highlighted above