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Finance Associate, Detergent Manufacturer Company

EXECUTIVE SEARCH STATUS: COMPLETED

POSITION: Finance Associate

NATURE OF BUSINESS: Detergent Manufacturer Company

JOB LOCATION: Gauteng, South Africa

REPORTING TO: Chief Financial Officer

SUMMARY OF EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY:

Assume responsibility for the direction, management and performance of the Finance & Administration (F&A) department to deliver strategic financial planning for the company and its clients, assessing risk and ensuring all financial controls, structures and processes comply with regulations, and sustainability objectives of the Company.

A key component of the responsibilities includes financial planning software implementation and specifically optimising business processes.

KEY EXECUTIVE ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

  • At least at least 5 years’ post qualifying experience in a senior finance management or financial analytics role
  • Experience in a Manufacturing or FMCG environment is advantageous
  • Should have managed a staff complement of 5 people and have had responsibility for an annual Turnover of R500 million or more
  • Must have good personal gravitas, be an influencer and collaborator
  • Able to “walk the floor”, and engage with staff at all levels and across functions
  • Must have demonstrable experience in the following technical areas: 
    • IFRS and Management reporting
    • Corporate tax, indirect tax and duty at source
    • Management of external and internal audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented with no repeat findings
    • Internal control and adherence to Compliance policies
    • Budgeting and forecasting 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Relevant Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field plus Chartered Accountant (SA), CIMA or equivalent (minimum)
  • Must possess a practical understanding of SAP and Finance systems