A Permanent Financial Management Level Role in the FMCG / Manufacturing Industry based in Isando (Johannesburg East) JOB SUMMARY: My client is in search of a suitably qualified and experienced individual to assume the above-mentioned role within one of their business units (BU). The successful incumbent will partner with the BU Financial Director to provide the financial management of a selected business unit, ensuring all necessary procedures and policies are in place and are properly followed and focus on the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial records in compliance with IFRS. They will be managing a team of FSSC accountants and provide the review and oversight of balance sheet reconciliations and journals. You will also review all financial reporting, including but not limited to, monthly management packs, budgets, forecasts, tax packs, audit packs and profit estimates. Specific responsibilities will include: - Provide the BU Financial Director with strong financial support in all aspects of the business/ BU including Marketing / Innovation / NPD & Pricing scenario’s Establish and lead the annual budget and quarterly forecast process of a selected business unit including all manufacturing sites and stock locations associated with the BU Manage the year end process of a selected business unit including the review and submission of the year-end financial pack and tax pack Manage the month-end close process for the selected BU Provide financial inputs and ad-hoc reports on all business-related activities Review and approve the journals and reconciliations prepared by the financial accountants Complete Capex’s that is ready for the approval process (Up to date list of Capex’s and position in approval process) Implement and maintain proper financial systems and controls Review and oversight of all reporting, including, but not limited to, monthly management packs, budgets, forecasts, tax packs, audit packs and profit estimates Deliver motivated, well-trained, and informed FSSC reporting team that deliver output and services according to expectations Manage foreign exchange transactions and ensure adherence to IFRS and Group forex policy Provide annual declaration of assets and business risks to be insured with adequate consideration given to replacement values and risk management issues KPI’s will include: - Submission of accurate and complete financial and non-financial reports on/before set deadlines % of accomplishment of Personal Development Plan Goals/objectives and Individual Performance Appraisals Achieve a positive and team orientated culture amongst employees Achievement of a low staff turnover to retain human capital investment Avoid/limit audit findings CRITERIA / REQUIREMENTS CA (SA) 8 - 12 years total experience, with 3 – 5 years relevant FMCG management accounting experience in multiple categories 5 – 7 years total experience with 2 – 3 years relevant FMCG management accounting experience in single category Strong communication skills, leadership and coaching skills Business analytical skills Strong finance business background (commercially orientated) Advanced knowledge in the use of financial software applications, databases, spreadsheets and word processing required Be able to make sound, independent judgements