Financial Accountant
- Post Date:May 21, 2021
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- Career Level OtherQualification DegreeExperience 10-15 Years
- Industry Manufacturing
Job Description
We have been exclusively retained by our client, a well established manufacturer and supplier of fast moving consumer goods in the agro-processing industry to assist with the recruitment and selection of a suitably qualified Financial Accountant. The incumbent will be responsible for formulating and implementing accounting/finance strategies and policies for the stock feeds Division. The position has a dual reporting structure to the Business Unit Head: Stock Feeds and Finance Manager at Head Office.
Key Job Functions:
- Develop and implement appropriate systems and procedures for the finance function of the stock feeds Division.
- Preparation of timeous and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual Financial Statements.
- Establishing a cost structure and appropriate tariff structure for approval.
- Producing annual financial statements in compliance with the governing statutes /standards.
- Preparing the Annual Budget and evaluation of performance against the budget on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Maintain accurate accounting records and provision of financial reports.
- Monitor and review cash flow performance.
- Provide regular sound financial advice and information to Business Unit Head: Stock Feeds.
- Reviewing and monitoring of sales to ensure achievements of the budgeted revenues, through aggressive and efficient management of debtors.
- Liaising with External and Internal Auditors.
- Conducting Risk Assessment and Mitigation.
- Ensure that payments are made according to provided guidelines and procedures.
- Ensure appropriate financial controls are maintained.
- Maintain proper and accurate books of accounts.
Requirements of the Job:
The successful candidate for this position should meet the following criteria:
- Must be a holder of a Degree in Finance/Accounting.
- A full professional qualification i.e. ACCA, CIMA, CIS
- A Post Graduate qualification or a relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
- At lest 10 years’ relevant experience, 5 of which should be at a Senior level.
- Knowledge of SAP will be an added advantage.
If you wish to be considered please submit your application to [email protected], or [email protected]
7th Floor,
Fidelity Life Tower,
Raleigh Street,
Harare
The Closing Date for Applications is 31 May 2021
Our Client is an equal opportunity employer.