Cost and Management Accountant

Job title: Cost and Management Accountant Our client, an investment holding company operating in the FMCG industry, is looking for a Financial Controller to join their team in Plattekloof, Cape Town as soon as possible. Overall job description: The cost and management accountant is responsible for providing accurate business information in order to support decisions and strategy execution. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, positive, passionate about performance and should have strong analytical and proven numerical abilities. Key Job Functions: Prepare weekly/monthly internal financial reports on: Working capital Margins & costs Cash conversion Debtors ageing Service levels Inventory ageing Sales volume & value Assist the category demand team with: Sales reporting Margin management Recovery analysis Assisting with external reporting documents and requirements Manage and analyse financial data using BI tools Assist with ESG tasks Ad hoc assistance to the finance team, as required Knowledge and Experience Required: BCom Accounting/Financial Management qualification CIMA or studying towards a CIMA qualification will be an advantage Solid MS Excel skills, exposure to Qlik Sense will be an advantage At least 1-3 years relevant experience in production environment Good interpersonal skills (ability to interact with individuals on all levels of the business) Energetic, self-driven and the ability to work independently Financial reporting skills Employment type: In-office, permanent full time position Area: Plattekloof, Cape Town. Salary offered: R40 000-R50 000 CTC per month depending on experience. Starting date: As soon as possible. Please apply online if you meet the above-mentioned requirements. Please include a motivation highlighting why you should be considered for the position. If you have not received a response within two weeks of the closing date for applications, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.