Retail Finance Administrator (Bellville ) at Econo Foods

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• We are seeking a Finance Administrator to join our growing Retail team to assist with reporting on all retail metrics. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, focussed on accuracy and possess strong analytical skills. This role requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Reporting

• Preparing relevant sales reports

Analyse and highlight trends in sales performance

• Contribute to the development of forecasts that are accurate and business relevant.

Financial Reporting

• Preparing and issue financial reports (Budget variance, store expense reports)
• Analysing financial data and identify trends and leading indicators for overspending

Assist in cost allocations

• Retail People Metrics
• Report on all relevant People metrics for retail
• Calculate and submit all retail incentives as required by polic

Annual Budgets

• Contributing to the development of annual budgets
• Communication on approved budgets to all retail expense owners

Compliance 

• Ensuring adherence to financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies. 

Data Management

• Maintaining accurate financial records, updating databases, and managing spreadsheets. 

Process Improvement

• Identifying areas for improvement in financial processes and procedures. 

Communication  

• Communicating financial information to non-finance staff and stakeholders. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• B. Comm (Accounting) and or equivalent Finance related qualification.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a Finance or Accounting role, preferably in Retail or a related industry. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Effective communication skills are necessary for interacting with internal teams and external vendors; in both written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management is important for meeting deadlines, managing multiple tasks

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills - living out the company values and unique HO HOLA culture.
• Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast past and dynamic environment.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft.
• Strong communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Analytical and strong problem-solving abilities.