Job Opportunities at Fraser Alexander

Description
PURPOSE

• An exciting opportunity exists for a Cost and Management  Accountant to assist the business in making critical business decisions by analysing and presenting key financial data in preparing forecasts, budgets and performing risk/variance analysis. Implementing effective cost management techniques to maximise profits and reduce costs.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Operational

• Develop systems or procedures for accumulation systems and/or cost accounting functions
• Predict, plan and record variable costs
• Review and analyse actual costs to identify opportunities for reductions and anomalies to maximise profits
• Determine and recommend cost-effective solutions
• Analyse financial data and trends to guide strategic decision
• Develop and maintain financial models that drive business performance
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, inventory and other
• Assisting with audit requests and processes
• Provide actionable insights to enhance profitability and cost efficiency
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives
• Recommend cost allocation techniques to contract level
• Assess inventory valuation methods for appropriateness and monthly valuations performed in line with reporting standards
• Ensure financial accounting related to revenue and costing is completed in a timely and accurate manner

Reporting

• Gather and compile cost information and maintain database concerning expenses by Divisional and site level
• Analyse reports and tools that identify cost exceptions and working with cross-function teams to predict and improve the cost production
• Evaluate project’s performance using key data
• Review, analyse and report actual profit margins
• Recommend ways of cutting costs
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of management reports by Divisions and by site
• Conduct variance analysis - deep dives to enhance profitability of projects
• Assist in preparing and supplying operational finance information to Divisions

Budget and Forecast

• Assist with the annual budget preparation and reporting process
• Provide support in preparing necessary operations’ annual budget reports
• Track budgeting and costs and ensure spending is in line with budgets
• Develop and maintain forecasts to assist projects planning and decision-making

Governance

• Ensure the Divisions are compliant with relevant legislation (Income Tax Act, Value Added Tax Act, etc.) including legislative amendments and industry best practices
• Advise on solutions to relevant stakeholders
• Assist in preparing the annual audit file for external Auditors, various reconciliations and assist external Auditors with queries
• Assist with the internal audit during annual internal audit process

Team Management

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the team
• Provide support and assistance to the team to fulfil their responsibilities
• Coach, train and develop the team
• Manage delivery of services against SLAs entered
• Transactional Shared Services / Financial Accounting

Prepare monthly journals

• Review reconciliations performed by team
• Review cost allocation of purchase requests
• Prepare reconciliations of general ledger accounts
• Provide quality accounting support and technical advice to key internal stakeholders
• Ensuring completeness of transactions on the system on a timeous basis

QUALIFICATIONS

• CIMA / CGMA / BCom Accounting
• Articles or Chartered Accountancy qualification will be advantageous

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum five years related experience in a construction, mining or tailings environment
• SAGE ERP experience would be an advantage
• Contract allowance accounting experience

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Technical
• Report writing
• Analytical
• Financial and budget control
• Mentoring and Coaching
• Good performance management
• Communication, conflict handling and interpersonal
   

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Description

• To ensure that all planned operational targets for deposition of tailings are met as per contractual obligation in time and good quality

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with team leader / supervisor to achieve planned operational targets
• Perform inspections on designated area of responsibility every day
• Planning and managing of tailings material on site and at depositing areas
• Assist with the problems solving on operational challenges and report any deviations to the immediate supervisor
• Adhering to discipline procedures in accordance with the Company’s Policies and Procedures
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations as per all safety legislation and company procedures
• Extension and connecting of pipelines
• Opening and closing of valves in line with operational lines

Requirements
QUALIFICATION

• Grade 12 Certificate / or equivalent

REQUIREMENTS

• Tailings Dam Operation background / experience in the mining or related industry for at least 2 years will be advantageous

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED 

• Good communication  (verbal and written)
• Good planning and organising
• Teamwork and observant
• Innovation and Actioned-orientated

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to understand the relevant Standard Operating Procedures
• Medically fit to work in a mining environment
• Must pass the mine’s criminal screening process
• Medically Fit
• May be required to work overtime from time to time
   

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Requirements
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry and fulfil responsibilities of a MHSA Section 2.9.2 legal appointment.
• Maintain FAMP policies, Standards and procedure requirements.
• Preparation and execution of scheduled routine maintenance, in conjunction with production planning.
• Champions the implementation of proactive maintenance and the elimination of reactive maintenance by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.
• To support operations by providing effective equipment maintenance ensuring equipment reliability and availability.
• Parts and inventory management.
• Control maintenance costs effectively and prevent as far as possible over expenditure.

COORDINATOR

• Issuing of work schedules and job cards.
• Lead team to complying with company SHE strategy and zero harm frame-work
• Develop, review and agree the weekly maintenance plan with the Maintenance and Process team. Ensures safe execution.
• Reduce reaction times to breakdowns (MTTR) and increase mean time between failures (MTBF) through the effective implementation of maintenance best practices, systems and procedures.
• Oversee third party contractor maintenance and compliance.
• Maintains an organised, clean and safe work area.
• Evaluates condition monitoring status.

ADMINISTRATION

• Ensures maintenance logs and work order documentation on equipment inspection and repairs are maintained to required standard
• Prepares month end performance report for engineer
• Generates cost report to site manager/engineer.
• Ensures all break downs are appropriately recorded by subordinates.

MANAGING THE TEAM

• Select and appoint competent and passionate people.
• Supervision, training and development of maintenance subordinates.
• Maintain open channel communication with subordinates through daily meetings for two-way feedback.
• Monitor performance & maintain discipline.
• Serve as a mentor to yearly intake of work integrated learning students.

QUALIFICATIONS

• N3 Mechanical/Electrical Engineering subjects
• Trade Test MQA/MERSETA preferred
• Supervisory Course (Advantageous)

EXPERIENCE

• Learnership/Apprentice in Mining/construction/transport/plant or
• manufacturing2 years
• Artisan 3-5 years in Mining/plant or manufacturing
• 3 Years management experience
• Experience on Processing plant

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Good verbal and written communications.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated firm supervisory skills
• Computer literacy: Excel Basic; Pragma Onkey basic.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering safe practice.
• Strong technical skills and knowledge of best practices in maintenance procedures and protocols.