Cato Ridge: Management Accounts Manager posted by Durpro Workforce Solutions

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the steel manufacturing industry, is seeking a highly experienced Management Accounts Manager to join their team based in Cato Ridge. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial leadership and management to the Southern entities (Mozambique, Namibia, and Zambia), ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all performance-related analysis including Board Pack, Budgets, Daily reports sent to operations, and all Group reports as required.
• Analyse and comment on all yield, variances and performance KPIs for the plant as required by the business to communicate the performance of the plant daily.
• Manage the team of Management Accountants, as required by their KPIs, which include inter alia:
• Preparation and timely reporting of various management reports
• Analysis of Company performance, books of accounts and highlighting control gaps, if any,
• Identifying and report on areas of improvement in terms of processes, book keeping.
• Budgeting (Long term forecasting & Annual Budget) Budgetary Control
• Managing the full finance function of the Southern entities (Mozambique, Namibia and Zambia) and supporting the respective Business Head
• Streamline processes to enhance accuracy and optimize efficiency.
• Liaise with managerial staff and colleagues in order for a smooth and timely availability of inputs required for management reports.
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Provide a detailed analysis of performance of the business as required by the business including detailed review of management accounts pack and all related reporting.
• Analyze inventory report and report on risk areas and identified deficiencies.
• Conduct a detailed financial analysis, cost assessments and variance analysis to identify opportunities for operational improvement and enhanced profitability.
• Supervise direct reportees and ensure timely and accurate inputs are available from them.
• Manage the preparation of annual budgets, long-term financial plans and financial projections.
• Manage the internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts that align with the company’s objectives
• Monitor and maintain compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards and relevant laws.
• Managing the full finance function of the Southern Entities (Mozambique, Namibia and Zambia) and supporting the respective Business Head.
• Review of manufacturing PIP projects and finance representative at PIP meetings.
• Manage all ITAC and all related assignments required from Finance.
• Review of Tax and VAT computations and returns.
• Bank signatory and related responsibilities
• Adhoc projects as assigned
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to properly interpret, apply and make decisions in accordance with the relevant policies.
• High integrity and judgement.
• Ability to generate trust and build alliances with co-workers.
• Ability to work well with the management team.
• Adapt in developing and maintaining relationship with all stakeholders
• Go-getter approach
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Requirements

• CA (SA) with big articles
• CIMA qualification added advantage
• Proven experience of at least 5-7 years in a manufacturing environment as a Management Accountant or in a similar financial role.
• Proven ability to manage teams, build relationships, work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, influence others, and lead initiatives.

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications (Bachelor’s, LLB, Matric, etc.)

Salary & Benefits

• Salary details not specified.