Job Description

Our client, a JSE listed entity with a strong national footprint, is looking for an individual to fulfill an 8-month contract, reporting to the CFO. The suitable candidate would have an FD skill set; strong leadership skills, ability to oversee a strong, competent team and stay calm under pressure.Requirements:

• CA(SA).
• 7 to 10 years commercial experience, in Retail, FMCG, or Financial Services an advantage.
• IFRS Expertise and Reporting.
• Strong International consolidations and treasury/banking exposure.
• Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel proficiency.
• SAP experience is also advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Take charge of Group Reporting and Treasury:
• Lead and guide the Head Office finance department;
• Manage IFRS compliance, press releases and audited Annual Financial Statements;
• Review the Profit and Cash Flow Forecast submitted by Operations;
• Complete the Group ITR14 Return, including International tax and S9D implications;
• Prepare group Annual Financial Statements;
• Prepare Head Office budget and consolidate with group Budget Pack;
• Authorise online banking payments;
• Conduct relevant research to produce a comprehensive analysis of a trade area;
• Submit instructions relating to year-end, budgeting and taxation and manage process;
• Liaise with internal and external auditors;
• Assist with internal audit of the groups entities;
• Review legal agreements for tax implications/accounting entries required;
• Review accounting and tax implications for share options and share buybacks (treasury shares);
• Deal with ad hoc requests from CFO for analysis relating to Reporting or Treasury;
• Review and update banking facility letters and ensure adequacy of limits;
• Work with Investor Relations Head to assist on investor queries;
• Manage ad hoc projects.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• High degree of confidence, emotional maturity, ethical values and integrity.
• Work well with a team.
• Ability to juggle varied deadlines.
• Must have a high stress tolerance and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills.

Sharon Nurock Recruitment