REQUIREMENTS South African citizen, currently residing in Kariega/ Gqeberha Minimum 3-year tertiary education in the Finance field with at least 5 years experience in a Management Accountant role in a manufacturing industry and producing monthly management reports Experience working on financial accounting software (preferably MAPICS or SAP or similar) Value transparency honesty and highly conscientious Strong understanding of P and L and balance sheet including accruals, prepayments, accrued income and deferred income Strong Excel skills (financial accounting functions), SOX, HFM and Power BI are a plus Ability to communicate in English Problem-solving skills CORE COMPETENCIES Strategy: the ability to think and act strategically Lead and act consistent with the company’s strategy and values Able to demonstrate strategic problem-solving, good decision-making and sound judgement Demonstrate sound business and technical acumen Show a high degree of intellectual rigour during problem-solving Talent: the ability to build and develop talent Demonstrate ability to develop self and others Show evidence of continuous learning Demonstrate performance leadership Approach: the ability to demonstrate an effective approach to engagement and problem-solving\ Able to build trust and engage others Can build or contribute to an inclusive team environment Demonstrate strong interpersonal communications Exhibit a strong professional presence Results: the ability to achieve planned results Demonstrate a strong customer focus through planning and actions Act with initiative and urgency Show the ability to be a change leader with adaptability and continuous improvement Ability to hold oneself and others accountable for results Demonstrates the ability to leverage all available resources to achieve results RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions and reporting Coordinate and direct the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts ensuring alignment with overall business objectives Analyse variances and provide timely reports to stakeholders Prepare and publish monthly financial statements promptly Manage product costing and product profitability reporting Manage plant productivity initiatives from a controlling aspect Implement and maintain robust internal controls Participate in month-end closing and reporting Financial management of capital projects Provide financial support to other departments to assist in goal achievement Audit support: assist in internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations and analysis as required, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and regulatory standards Carry out other assignments and projects as directed by the Financial Controller #J-18808-Ljbffr