Finance Analyst, Bloemfontein

Purpose of the role The incumbent will be responsible for executing financial administrative tasks, including financial reporting related to the FM unit. The role also supports the Management Accountant by providing financial assistance to operations, the finance team, and functional heads.

Minimum Requirements Education&Experience

Matric with a relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a finance-related role

SAP experience (essential)

Experience with CSFAB/AS400 systems

Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills

Experience managing the month-end process

Experience handling a debtors’ book

Knowledge of Credit Management

Own reliable transport

Key Areas of Responsibility Financial Reporting&Month-End

Complete the full month-end process, including:

Financial analysis

Preparation of invoices in SAP

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Checks and balances

Present financial results to the Management Accountant and Regional Manager

Analyse monthly trading results and explain variances

Facilitate monthly results sign-off with relevant stakeholders

Accounts Receivable&Client Management

Prepare and issue invoices

Follow up on outstanding payments and remittance advice

Maintain responsibility for resolving customer finance-related issues

Conduct weekly invoice signoffs with clients

Reporting&Analysis

Prepare weekly finance reports (including open PO tracking)

Provide ad hoc reporting and analytical support

Procurement&Vendor Management

Upload vendor quotations into Planon for approval

Raise purchase orders (POs) in SAP

Ensure GRNs are completed upon invoice receipt

Reconcile vendor accounts where applicable

Ensure POs are received from clients for all services delivered

Budgeting&Forecasting

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets

Support forecasting processes

Compliance&Audit

Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures

Assist with year-end audit processes

General

Perform other finance-related duties as required

Key Competencies&Skills

Strong business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling skills

Ability to analyse and interpret large volumes of financial data

Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment

Good time management and planning skills

Strong numerical and administrative abilities

Team player with good interpersonal skills

Willingness to work overtime when required

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