Financial Services Manager at Tsebo Solutions Group

•  Supervising internal control systems and preparing the financial statements
•  Analysis of business performance
•  Standardization of processes and systems across the business
•  Effective use and enhancement of the financial system and use BI tools
•  Developing and mentoring staff
•  Maintain the integrity, accuracy and governance of all financial affairs, ensure accounting standards are in compliance with International Financial and Reporting Standards (IFRS)
•  Dissemination of financial statements and reports as required
•  Providing input on structures and productivity of accounting/finance departments
•  Reviewing reported results (Monthly, Interim and Year End), analyze variances and deviations from benchmarks
•  Monthly review of general ledger and reconciliation of various ledger accounts
•  Journal processing at month end and ad hoc journals as necessary
•  Preparation of monthly management reports for the divisions as well as the company, performing variance analysis and providing commentary in a timely and accurate manner
•  Preparation of monthly forecasts
•  Accountability for allocated costs to correct divisions and cost centres, reporting on variances
•  Month end consolidation of subsidiary companies into group report
•  Monthly VAT reconciliations and SARS e-filing submissions
•  Assisting with the preparation of budget templates for the business, co-ordination and collation of all budget information across the various divisions and departments
•  Assisting with annual audit preparation and execution
•  Maintaining control over the Fixed Asset Register
•  Cash forecasts and treasury management
•  Operational involvement with the business in identifying areas that the finance department can add value
•  Continuously look to improve and enhance financial and relevant business processes for optimal efficiency & productivity
•  Various ad hoc projects and other responsibilities incumbent on this role

Skills and Competencies:

•  Cost and management accounting including variance analysis, feasibility studies, budgeting & forecasting
•  Big picture thinking with a high tolerance to stress
•  Ability to ensure clear communication channels
•  Commercial acumen and corporate governance
•  Contract management
•  Strategic individual who is able to improve and implement on processes and systems
•  Process orientation with regard to financial discipline
•  People engagement and team mobilisation
•  Resilience & problem solver
•  Ability to build and maintain relationships as well as influence change
•  Leadership and influence
•  Excel and numeracy competency – extremely good

Qualifications:

•  Incumbent must be a qualified CA (SA) and at least 3 years post article experience
•  Must have extensive financial management experience at Financial Manager level
•  Strong IFRS knowledge
•  Group (i.e. multiple locations) and consolidation practical experience
•  Credible track record and financial competence
•  Commercially minded with strong contract experience
•  Analytical skills, critical thinker and solution orientated (ability to solve problems)
•  Able to build solid controls, systems and process to enable the business to meet organisational expectations
•  Innovative and entrepreneurial with high energy and customer focused
•  An ability to collaborate and engage with stakeholders internally and externally
•  The capability to leverage off the organisations existing intellectual property (IP)
•  An ability to lead and manage teams
•  Strong understanding of negotiation, legal contracting writing and risk management (commerciality)