Job Description

:Segment: Royal CaninLocation: Johannesburg, South AfricaEverything we do is driven by our passion for the health and wellbeing of every cat and dog. You can now join us at Royal Canin on this mission. Our deep understanding of cats and dogs needs makes it possible for us to design the world's most precise pet health nutrition. We never stop learning and never take anything for granted. Thats why we collaborate with leading scientific, veterinary and behavioral experts, breeders and other pet professionals and maintain an ongoing dialogue with cat and dog owners worldwide.The jobholder is responsible for the correct and efficient execution of financial processes in line with our corporate policies. The purpose of the role is to ensure that accounting practices within the organization are compliant with the legislation and all SARS and other legal Regulations are applied, all accounting procedures followed and documented. It is also to ensure that reporting and financial controls are in place and in compliance with the Mars Finance ManualAccountant is responsible for several key accounting processes. The primary directive is to analyze and ensure data accuracy to deliver world-class Record to Report processes.What are we looking for?

• Advanced Office Management (formulas, dynamic tables and good database management)
• CA SA or CIMA
• Min. 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting / finance
• Expert in Accounting, Financial Processes, Financial Control. knowledge on taxes
• Strong attention to detail

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Supporting period close and year-end processes through compiling accounting entries and analyzing account information;
• Reconciling complex accounting activities (e.g. lease transactions, manufacturing) and using cross functional relationships to resolve financial discrepancies;
• Providing key reporting to internal stakeholders
• Monitoring and strengthening internal controls by preparing and recommending accounting policies and procedures;
• Supporting internal and external audits of working capital processes;
• Review work prepared by others and recommend opportunities to improve effectiveness or standardization
• Leading transformational projects in the areas of User Centricity and Digitization to deliver new digital tools and processes locally, regionally, and globally

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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