Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organisation:<\/p>\n
\tThe purpose of this role is to ensure financial data integrity through accurate booking, reconciliation, and analysis of financial transactions.
\n\tThe role upholds strict compliance with the Group Finance Manual, Non\u2011Trade Procurement Policy, and internal financial governance requirements.
\n\tThis position plays a key part in supporting operational excellence, cashflow management, and timely financial reporting.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Travel & Expense (T&E) Management<\/p>\n
\tReview and authorize employee expense claims via the Concur system.
\n\tEnsure claims comply with company policies and required supporting documentation.<\/p>\n
Cashflow & Banking<\/p>\n
\tPrepare and submit accurate cashflow forecasts.
\n\tMaintain daily banking records to ensure up\u2011to\u2011date visibility of cash movements.
\n\tOptimise cash flow through effective AP management and timely payment processes.<\/p>\n
Month-End Closing and Audit<\/p>\n
\tSupport month-end closing activities and Smart Close processes.
\n\tAssist in ensuring all closing tasks are completed in line with deadlines and standards.
\n\tSupport internal and external audits<\/p>\n
General Ledger & Reconciliation<\/p>\n
\tAnalyse the GR\/IR (Goods Received \/ Invoice Received) account and collaborate with key stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
\n\tEnsure accounts reflect accurate, valid and compliant data.<\/p>\n
Accounts Payable Management<\/p>\n
\tApprove the removal of payment blocks where appropriate.
\n\tReview and approve requests for early payments and advances.
\n\tAnalyse vendor age analysis reports and identify any overdue balances.
\n\tVendor onboarding via EFTSURE platform
\n\tDrive efficiencies across existing AP processes to streamline workflow and enhance accuracy.<\/p>\n
People Leadership<\/p>\n
\tDevelop and coach team members by setting performance goals, providing continuous training, and fostering strong working relationships.
\n\tMonitor and measure progress against individual and team KPIs.<\/p>\n
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)<\/p>\n
\tData Accuracy:Quality and precision of financial entries and reconciliations.
\n\tReconciliation Timeliness:Time taken to clear reconciling items.
\n\tSupplier Payment Timeliness:On time payment of supplier invoices.
\n\tTime Management:Ability to meet internal deadlines, month\u2011end close requirements, and workflow priorities.<\/p>\n
Key Relationships:<\/p>\n
\tLocal Finance Team
\n\tRetail and Marketing Departments
\n\tFP&A Team<\/p>\n
Skills & Competencies<\/p>\n
\tStrong analytical and reconciliation skills
\n\tHigh attention to detail and accuracy
\n\tKnowledge of financial policies and internal controls
\n\tAbility to manage multiple deadlines
\n\tProficiency in Concur, SAP\/ERP systems (if applicable), and Microsoft Office
\n\tLeadership and team development abilities
\n\tStrong communication and stakeholder\u2011management skills<\/p>\n
Requisite Education and Experience \/ Minimum Qualifications:<\/p>\n
\tUniversity degree in finance preferably
\n\tIdeally with a qualified accounting\/audit background
\n\t7 -10 years of accounting experience
\n\t2 – 5 years experience in managing a team<\/p>\n
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