Job title: Financial Director
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Cape Town Century City
Job published: 31/10/2024
Job ID: 54990

Job Description

My client is a leading Retailer and is seeking a Financial Director to join their finance team. Are you a CA(SA) with 8 plus years Post Articles in Retail? If so, this role is for you.

Responsibilities: 

  • Prepare all financial management reports
  • Verify accurate and timeous completion of monthly financial reports 
  • Complete month end reporting pack
  • Prepare year end Statutory Financial Statements
  • Handle annual budget setting, quarterly and rolling forecasts
  • Submit budget and forecast packs
  • Investigate actual spend vs budget 
  • Perform analysis and support business case for proposed new stores and company expansion plans
  • Manage AP team
  • Verify payments according to supplier terms
  • Verify AR is collected timeously 
  • Manage implementation id NetSuite ERP
  • Expand processes, ensure minimized risk within the region
  • Implement appropriate financial controls
  • Manage audit process and oversee legal requirements
  • Secure adequate insurance cover and manage renewal process as required
  • Ensure compliance with corporate tax and VAT requirements
  • Manage the team, ensure effective and collaborative team work
  • Provide clear communication, guidance and direction when required
  • Mentor and development Country Manager
  • Participate in meetings, training and other workplace health and safety activities
Requirements: 
  • CA(SA)
  • 10 years experience in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, within the Retail industry
  • Previous management experience, strategic financial analysis, planning and execution experience
  • Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
  • Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management
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