Job Description

Purpose of Role

Leading financial governance by managing the enabling functions and delivering on the position outputs of the Senior Financial Manager: Shared Services. Which include financial reporting, working capital optimisation, internal control implementation and monitoring. Manage finance function at a Shared Services level (full general ledger, accounts payable, intercompany), drive successful completion of internal & external audit processes. Advise on financial and commercial aspects relevant on operational matters. Business partner to all regional FM's and operational teams.

Key Accountabilities

Management and oversight of the full shared services function for five statutory entities Management and oversight of the full accounts payable function for RSA Management and optimisation of working capital levels including the review and approval of the weekly cash forecasts General ledger recon review (including payroll) Lead financial planning and analysis including the strategic business plan and forecast process.

Liaising with internal and external Auditors Drive successful completion of external audit Manage relationships and contracts with suppliers Management of regional risk register and implementation measure to mitigate these risks.

Drive system and process improvements Staff management Coaching and support to capacitate the finance team.

Primary Outputs


Reviewing and approval of general ledger reconciliations including payroll.

Ensure cash collections are maximised

Manage the finance team effectively.

Training & development of finance employees.

Implement and review internal controls / corporate governance.

Manage customer relationships.

Manage and where applicable compilation of business plans & forecasts.

Oversee and where applicable implementation of finance and operation improvement projects.

Internal & External audit co-ordination and ensuring audit deficiencies are promptly addressed.

Qualification, Experience and Competencies


Minimum required qualification:


Bachelor of Commerce Degree or relevant tertiary qualification CA (SA) or alternatively extensive experience as a financial manager in various Barloworld Equipment financial positions, regions and countries.

Minimum required experience:

Minimum 8 years post articles experience of which at least 3 years is at a senior management level.

Minimum Required Competencies:

Analytical Thinking (L3) Stress Tolerance and Resilience (L3) Problem Solving (L3) Teamwork (L3) Ethical Behaviour (L3) Verbal and Written Communication (Including listening) (L3) Influencing and Negotiation (L3) Professional / Technical Competence (L3) Programme and Project Management (L3) Analysis for Business Decision Making (L3) Practical Execution Management (Planning, Organising & Monitoring) (L3) Strategic Leadership (L3) Developing People (L3) Participative Management (Empowering and Including) (L3)

Knowledge

Knowledge of IFRS as it relates to Business Area of responsibility Knowledge of systems and Caterpillar as well as BWE business processes across Parts, Service, MARC, BRC Technology and product Support, Knowledge of corporate governance, tax laws and finance legislative requirements Knowledge of financial reporting Knowledge of sustainability and risk management Understanding of managing stakeholders including customers Business acumen Knowledge of Barloworld Equipment and Barloworld policies and procedures Knowledge of ERP IT (SAP) systems
Skills


Ability to think strategically and operate at a strategic level Ability to formulate strategic direction and advice Ability to lead, build relations, influence, negotiate with internal and external stakeholders Strong communication skills (ability to present, negotiate and handle conflict) Ability to manage a diverse team and achieve results through them Ability to analyse data High level of EQ and interpersonal skills Ability to multitask and prioritise. Ability to make decisions independently and as part of a team Ability to work under pressure Ability to maintain a strategic perspective and plan to a detailed level. Ability to proactively identify issues and manage risks appropriately. Manage multiple senior stakeholders.

Behaviours

Assertive Participative Dynamic Proactive and sense of urgency Team winning and team player Strong attention to detail Servant / inspirational leadership Accountable Resilient * Maintains the highest level of honesty and integrity as the incumbent will have access to company assets, cash handling and confidential records.