About this role
An International FMCG concern is seeking a Chartered Financial Accountant for their CFO division, a Finance and Accounting Manager. Educational requirements - Qualified Chartered Accountant - B Com Accounting/Financial Management - SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA Qualification will be an added advantage. Required Experience - 5 – 7 years Managerial Experience - Knowledge in commerce and international business - Working experience in various cultures is strongly preferred - Qualified CA (SA) or equivalent - Experience in preparing various tax types - Detailed knowledge of dealing with SARS on tax related issues - Able to work overtime when required, especially during month end Key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Key duties - Management of finance projects - Responsible for all company secretarial functions of the holding company and subsidiaries - Ensure corporate governance issues adhered to - Responsible for the entire Treasury function which includes the management of cash flow, directly or indirectly, banking relationships and Regional Treasury Centre relationship and reporting - Cost cutting initiatives - Implement and maintain GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS controls - Manage monthly accounting closing including division closing and management of closing deadlines, targets and reporting. - Performing tax planning and providing tax advice and reduce tax risk on a company and group level including VAT, PAYE, SDL, UIF, CIT, TP, Customs and Ad Valorum Tax - Management of internal and external audit function and reporting - Responsible for policy and documentation design and maintenance - Global coordination and alignment - Assisting top management in designing and implementing adequate systems of control and accessing current systems for weakness - Maintain an education programme to continually develop skills - Keep track with trends affecting business both locally and internationally - Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures Competencies - Analytical and good financial skills - Detail oriented and highly organized - Indepth knowledge of tax - Ability to resolve queries fast - Interpersonal and people management skills - Good Communication skills - Time management and ability to prioritize - Self starter and proactive - High learning aptitude - Management of finance projects - MS office competent (advanced Level)