REQUIREMENTSSouth African citizen, currently residing in Kariega/ GqeberhaMinimum 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 reportsExperience working on financial accounting software (preferably MAPICS or SAP or similar)Value transparency honesty and highly conscientiousStrong 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 plusAbility to communicate in EnglishProblem-solving skills CORE COMPETENCIESStrategy: the ability to think and act strategicallyLead and act consistent with the company’s strategy and valuesAble to demonstrate strategic problem-solving, good decision-making and sound judgementDemonstrate sound business and technical acumenShow a high degree of intellectual rigour during problem-solvingTalent: the ability to build and develop talentDemonstrate ability to develop self and othersShow evidence of continuous learningDemonstrate performance leadershipApproach: the ability to demonstrate an effective approach to engagement and problem-solving\Able to build trust and engage othersCan build or contribute to an inclusive team environmentDemonstrate strong interpersonal communicationsExhibit a strong professional presenceResults: the ability to achieve planned resultsDemonstrate a strong customer focus through planning and actionsAct with initiative and urgencyShow the ability to be a change leader with adaptability and continuous improvementAbility to hold oneself and others accountable for resultsDemonstrates the ability to leverage all available resources to achieve results RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions and reportingCoordinate and direct the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts ensuring alignment with overall business objectivesAnalyse variances and provide timely reports to stakeholdersPrepare and publish monthly financial statements promptlyManage product costing and product profitability reportingManage plant productivity initiatives from a controlling aspectImplement and maintain robust internal controlsParticipate in month-end closing and reportingFinancial management of capital projectsProvide financial support to other departments to assist in goal achievementAudit support: assist in internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations and analysis as required, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and regulatory standardsCarry out other assignments and projects as directed by the Financial Controller