Financial Analyst (6-month contract)

Minimum Job Requirements: B.Com essential. CA (SA), a strong advantage. Minimum 2 to 3 years in financial management environment. Experience in Consumer Products or FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) environment, an added advantage. Competencies: Detail-orientated with the ability to perform tasks accurately and comprehensively. Good judgement and decision-making ability. Ability to self-manage workload and work independently. Ability to interact with all levels of management in the organisation and establish and maintain effective relationships. Key Performance Areas: Month-end general ledger closure for the mill. Prepare and process all non-system journal entries. Intercompany process for the mill. Prepare sub-ledger reconciliations. Prepare and perform balance sheet variance analysis for month end actuals Timeous and accurate response to all matters raised regarding general ledger close. Generate the final trial balance and upload approved trial balance to Cognos. Prepare COAP with balance sheet notes. Ensure full compliance with the Companies Act and relevant IFRSs. Prepare year end reporting pack. Prepare the tax pack. Respond to audit inquiries timeously. Weekly cash count. Responsible for capitalisation (additions), disposal and depreciation of fixed assets. Manage the interim and final external audit FCFQ reporting process while ensuring that internal controls per FCFQ are in place and effective. Drive month end performance discussion meetings to identify opportunities for improvement and prevent reoccurrences of inefficient processes. Drive internal control improvement within the operational site. Ensure that the talent management system is adhered to in terms of own performance contract and personal development plan as required. Quarterly SARB submissions.

Location: Pietermaritzburg, ZA

Posted Date: 7/2/2025