Job Description

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certifications such as ACCA, CMA, or CPA are preferred
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar finance role, with a strong understanding of financial principles, practices, and regulations
• Excellent knowledge of financial reporting standards, accounting principles, and financial analysis techniques
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal). Additional languages may be advantageous
• Fluency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and general internet navigation and research skills
• Minimum 5 years experience in the Freight Forwarding industry will be a strong added advantage

Main Responsibilities

• Where required prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and financial performance analysis
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, identify trends, variances, and areas of improvement, and provide actionable recommendations to management
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal control procedures
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Monitor and track budget performance, analyze deviations, and provide insights to support budgetary control
• Assist in the development of financial models and projections to support business planning and decision-making
• Processing of monthly payroll on Sage VIP system
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury and general ledger maintenance
• Review and approve financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Implement and maintain effective financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets
• Contribute to the development of financial strategies and initiatives to optimize business performance and drive growth
• Provide financial analysis and insights for investment decisions, cost optimization, pricing strategies, and profitability analysis
• Support the preparation of business cases for new projects, investments, and strategic initiatives
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and enhance data accuracy and integrity
• Collaborate with IT and other stakeholders to implement and enhance financial systems and reporting tools
• Support system upgrades, testing, and training to ensure effective utilization of financial systems
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, and business units
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities, to ensure compliance and address financial matters
• Working closely with HR on BBBEE to support where needed and provide information or reports
• Process and update all tax related activities for the company: Income Tax, PAYE, SDL, UIF, WHT, VAT (where required)

The roles and responsibilities which are laid out in this documentation are not exhaustive and you will be required to act wholeheartedly in the interests of the company, as such you will be required to perform any reasonable duties or tasks which the Management requests

Skills & Qualifications

• Technical:

• Financial Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Financial Systems and Tools
• Accounting Principles (full IFRS)
• Strong tax knowledge
• Working knowledge of BBBEE
• Behavioral:

• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Leadership
• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management and Deadline driven
• Continuous Learning

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