Jobs at Cape Union Mart

Job Description

• Our eCommerce department is looking for a dedicated and passionate eCommerce Copywriter to generate product and marketing-related copy that provides customers with all the information they need in order to make a purchase decision. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the eCommerce team to drive increased conversions and sales on a day-to-day basis, via numerous digital platforms as well as in-store.
• This is a maternity cover for four months. 

Key Duties

• Create ‘best in class’ product copy across multiple product categories
• Prioritise & complete work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, to meet internal and external deadlines
• Align with merchandise teams & perform fact-checking to ensure accuracy and completeness of information
• Ensure consistency of content across numerous platforms and formats as well as alignment with the relevant brand tone
• Perform regular QA & website audits to ensure website content is of the highest standard
• Assist content coordinators with search optimisation on the website, including maintenance of keywords & synonyms
• Carry our regular competitor analysis & research in order to align with industry best practice
• Respond to issues or queries from customers and internal or external teams as needed
• Gain a thorough understanding of our business, competitors and customers
• Articulate and share insights, learnings and best practice with all relevant stakeholders
• Bring forward recommendations & processes to enhance speed & scale of content development and rollout
• Write and/or proofread articles, blogs and digital content before publication (eg. mailers, social & paid media)
• Brainstorming & collaborate with the team for new ideas and strategies

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position
• Matric and related tertiary education in digital/ eCommerce
• High-level understanding of web design and web analysis
• Understanding of SEO and eCommerce copywriting best practices
• Experience with eCommerce platforms & Google Analytics
• Knowledge of digital marketing channels such as PPC, SEO, display & affiliate marketing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically MS Excel)
• Domain knowledge in eCommerce, retail, online advertising and/or analytics

Competencies

• Goal oriented and self-motivated – must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible and adaptable – must enjoy working in a fast-paced and at times challenging environment
• Ability to work cross-functionally and with a wide range of individuals with different skill sets
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong sense of ownership & responsibility – track record of performance meeting targets & objectives
• ‘Can do’ positive attitude – eager to grow, learn and develop your skills
• Decisive, structured and organised, with a keen eye for detail
• Fast learner with a strong aptitude for systems
• Passionate about online, digital, eCommerce, websites and UX

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Job Description

• A Factory Accountant in a manufacturing setting typically has a broad range of responsibilities related to accounting and financial management. The responsibilities include the following but not limited to:
• Compile and analyze financial information related to manufacturing operations.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
• Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements specific to the factory's financial activities.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to manufacturing costs, efficiency, and profitability.
• Coordinate and oversee regular stock takes to ensure accurate inventory valuation.
• Analyze stock variances and investigate discrepancies in physical inventory counts.
• Collaborate with warehouse and production teams to reconcile stock discrepancies and implement corrective measures.
• Lead the preparation and execution of stock take in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Evaluate the accuracy of stock take results and identify any potential issues or trends.
• Calculate Value Added Tax (VAT) payable based on sales and purchases.
• Prepare detailed VAT returns in compliance with local tax regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of monthly VAT returns.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.
• Communicate financial insights and recommendations to management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Gather and organize financial documents, records, and relevant information required for the audit. Respond to auditors' queries and deliverables.
• Preparing annual financial statements requires a combination of technical accounting skills, attention to detail, adherence to regulatory standards, and effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining the Fixed asset register including adding and retiring assets
• Prepare accruals and prepayment journal schedules.
• Perform manual ad-hoc invoicing for the factory.
• Reconciling of Foreign shipments and journals where required.
• Calculation Foreign stock in Transit.
• Processing receipts to AR and matching to invoices.
• Process receipts and payments not integrated from banking system.
• Reconcile all foreign AP supplier accounts.
• Reconcile all payroll accounts to payroll system.
• Prepare annual budget and monthly income statement forecast.
• Prepare tax schedules at year end.

Experience requirements

• A financial degree in accounting/CIMA/SAIPA.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a finance team
• Manufacturing background advantageous.
• Knowledge of IFRS.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.

Characteristics needed

• Deadline driven.
• Process and system focus.
• Good team player and able to work independently.
• Excel intermediate understanding.

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Job Description

• Our Finance Team is looking for a dynamic and extremely capable candidate who has the ability to work both independently and with others. Furthermore, strong communication skills and relationship-building capabilities at all levels will be a great asset.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsibility for daily reconciling of store bank accounts and control accounts
• Follow up on any discrepancies noted during the reconciliation process and action accordingly
• Checking of daily cash deposits and petty cash transactions.
• Responsible for all customer and store queries relating to POS transactions
• Prepare customer refunds where required.
• Able to operate across various legal entities within the Group, which includes entities outside of South Africa
• Prepare and capture inter-group invoices.
• Assist in ad-hoc management and audit queries.
• Providing superior customer service and administrative support
• Prepare relevant schedules for the annual audit
• Assist with daily foreign transactions and reconciling foreign liabilities
• Checking of stock costing and preparation of costing adjustments
• Assist with all staff related debtor requirements
• Assist with ad-hoc management queries

Experience & Qualification

• A Finance related qualification or studying towards one (advantageous)
• A minimum of three years’ experience in finance (advantageous)
• Strong numerical skills
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel (intermediate to advance)
• Excellent time management skills
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• Strong administration skills
• Previous exposure to an ERP system

Competencies Required

• Team collaborator & passionate
• Analytical
• Accurate & proactive
• Able to problem solve & self-manage
• Able to handle pressure well
• Willing to learn and develop