TFG Store Development: Accountant at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and/or analysing management reports and financial performance for operational, Capital and Project expenditure
• Analyse standard monthly management reports,
• Analyse Service/maintenance contract variance
• Assist with the Rent/Utilities and Depreciation budgets
• Preparation of Fixed and Sales Based Rent Calculations for All stores
• Preparation of Lease Pipeline reports
• Assist with Store Project/Asset reconciliations,
• Analyse projects/Asset for correct allocations, as well as ensuring correct tax deductions
• Assist with projections/ budgets/ forecasts & month end
• Assist with integrated financial planning
• Perform sundry cost centre management activities
• Prepare or assist with ad hoc or tailored financial reports required by management or Board members
• Oversight of actualised and forecasted Store Build rates
• Assist with collation and preparation of Capex/Project presentations for Divisional Ops and HOB
• Assist with cost analysis to identify cost saving opportunities
• Oversight of various recharges

Qualifications and Experience:

• BCom Degree in Accounting/Management Accounting or equivalent, CIMA qualification will be advantageous.
• Proven experience (>5 years) in management accounting.
• Sap /Coupa Experience (preferable)
• Must have Excellent working knowledge of Advanced Excel (Required)
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial analysis techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines.