Management Accounts Manager

Our client, a leader in the steel manufacturing industry is seeking a highly experienced Management Accounts Manager to join their team based in Cato Ridge.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• CA (SA) with big articles
• CIMA qualification added advantage
• Proven experience of at least 5-7 years in a manufacturing environment as a Management Accountant or in a similar financial role.
• Proven ability to manage teams, build relationships, work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, influence others, and lead initiatives
• The ability to work with SAP S4 Hana.
• Good understanding of Accounting standards (IFRS) and tax legislations.
• Advance level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is a MUST

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• MIS – all performance related analysis including Board Pack, Budgets, Daily reports sent to operations, and all Group reports as required.
• Analyse and comment on all yield, variances and performance KPI’s for the plant as required by the business to communicate the performance of the plant daily.
• Manage the team of Management Accountants, as required by their KPI’s, which include inter alia:
  o Preparation and timely reporting of various management reports
  o Analysis of Company performance, books of accounts and highlighting control gaps, if any,
  o Identifying and report on areas of improvement in terms of processes, book keeping.
• Budgeting (Long term forecasting & Annual Budget) Budgetary Control
• Managing the full finance function of the Southern entities (Mozambique, Namibia and Zambia) and supporting the respective Business Head
• Streamline processes to enhance accuracy and optimize efficiency.
• Liaise with managerial staff and colleagues in order for a smooth and timely availability of inputs required for management reports.
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Provide a detailed analysis of performance of the business as required by the business including detailed review of management accounts pack and all related reporting.
• Analyze inventory report and report on risk areas and identified deficiencies.
• Conduct a detailed financial analysis, cost assessments and variance analysis to identify opportunities for operational improvement and enhanced profitability.
• Supervise direct reportee’s and ensure timely and accurate inputs are available from them.
• Manage the preparation of annual budgets, long-term financial plans and financial projections.
• Manage the internal and external audits.
• Budgeting (Annual Budget and rolling forecast) and Budgetary control.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts that align with the company’s objectives
• Monitor and maintain compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards and relevant laws.
• Managing the full finance function of the Southern Entities (Mozambique, Namibia and Zambia) and supporting the respective Business Head.
• Review of manufacturing PIP projects and finance representative at PIP meetings.
• Manage all ITAC and all related assignments required from Finance.
• Review of Tax and VAT computations and returns.
• Bank signatory and related responsibilities
• Adhoc projects as assigned
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to properly interpret, apply and make decisions in accordance with the relevant policies.
• High integrity and judgement.
• An ability to generate trust and build alliances with co-workers.
• Ability to work well with the management team.
• Adapt in developing and maintaining relationship with all stakeholders
• Go-getter approach
• Fluent in written and spoken English