JOB PURPOSE<\/p>\n
\tThis role will manage P&L and Balance sheet aspects relating to Business Waste, SCI and Stock reporting. The role executes both performance management and controls and governance activities such as budgeting\/forecasting and tracking progress against forecasts in P&Ls, stock controls, CAPEX and audit management.\u00a0
\n\tThe role requires the candidate to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders in the Supply Chain organisationand wider Unilever business and at third parties.\u00a0<\/p>\n
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE<\/p>\n
\t\u200bEnsure adequate and frequent cost controls (at the appropriate level of detail) to ensure accuracy of financial records and drive accountability in financial spend.
\n\t\u200bEnsure robust controls over forecasting process; refreshing inputs in line with business forecasting rhythm, obtaining inputs from accountable cost centerowners in the relevant level of detail to obtain clarity of spend and association of spend to forecast business activities.
\n\t\u200bDriving the control and governance agenda at supply chain sites for operational teams to understand that controls are embedded in all business processes to protect business value and safeguard assets and business performance. Highlighting that controls are everyone\u2019s responsibility and holding team members accountable accordingly.
\n\t\u200bMaintain balance sheet hygiene and integrity of income statement by ensuring accuracy of transactions (value andrecognition timing) andcorrect classification of items given ageing and supporting documentation.
\n\t\u200bDrive delivery of timely and accurate reporting requirements
\n\t\u200bEnsure compliance with Unilever Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA)
\n\t\u200bAssist in execution of audit requests; internal and external audits and SOX testing.
\n\t\u200bEnsure journals, write offs and provisions are done in accordance with Schedule of Authority.
\n\t\u200bObserve and support in execution of stock counts.<\/p>\n
\u200bDrive a cost competitive and agile Supply Chain organisation<\/p>\n
\t\u200bDeliver net productivity agenda (SC Controllable costs) in line with business targets.
\n\t\u200bProvide insightful analytics on cost drivers to enable fast decision making on levers for cost reduction.
\n\t\u200bDeliver the business waste reduction programme
\n\t\u200bLead continuous improvement and automationinitiatives in Supply Chain Finance.<\/p>\n
\u200bManage stock flows and balances.<\/p>\n
\t\u200bDrive annual budget processin accordance with global product costing guidelines
\n\t\u200bDrive forecast process in line with S&OP principles
\n\t\u200bVariance analysis of budget\/forecast over and under spends done weekly\/monthly.
\n\t\u200bMaintain solid understanding of volume movements to ensure accurate forecasting of costs and allocation to P&L line items
\n\t\u200bManage stock provisions in various locations on site and off site at third parties.
\n\t\u200bStock and working capital reporting<\/p>\n
\u200bSteer Business Performance and provide Decision support<\/p>\n
\t\u200bReport on performance versus business targets, highlighting gaps to target for fast decision making.
\n\t\u200bDrive accurate forecasting to enable decision making across the business on resource allocation to optimise results
\n\t\u200bGuide and support the delivery of key projects in the pipeline
\n\t\u200bDrive accountability for impact and outcome.<\/p>\n
Experiences & Qualifications<\/p>\n
\t\u200b\u200bExperience in Supply Chain Finance required
\n\t\u200bFinancial Acct qualification or good progress toward CIMA OR a CA advantageous
\n\t\u200bStrong analytical capabilities with bias to drive action
\n\t\u200bGood time management skills
\n\t\u200bAgility and proactivity
\n\t\u200bAbility to prioritise effectively and communicate clearly
\n\t\u200bAbility to manage upwards
\n\t\u200bAbility to steer conversations and influence
\n\t\u200bUnderstanding or ability to quickly grasp financial principles in the end-to-end Supply Chain, identify and drive relevant value-creating choices and decisions
\n\t\u200bAbility to handle and work under pressure, individually and collaboratively to meet tight deadlines<\/p>\n
Skills<\/p>\n
\t\u200b\u200bAdvanced Microsoft Excel, SAP knowledge desirable
\n\t\u200bDigital native
\n\t\u200bStakeholder ManagementStrong work ethic, great attitude, self-starting & proactive mind-set, resilience in the face of pressure, strong team player<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.unilever.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
careers.unilever.com<\/p>\n
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