Financial Manager at Maskew Miller Learning

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive profitability in the business through strategic pricing and efficient structuring
• Take a lead in the management team in trouble shooting problems and implementing solutions
• Report on financial results and variances to budget and defining and implementing corrective actions
• Involvement in commercial activities such as customer relationships and pricing
• Prepare budgets and forecasts
• Manage and motivate the finance team
• Maintain an effective internal control environment
• Manage credit risks and working capital
• Liaise and work closely with the central finance team

Educational Requirements

• Completed CA/CIMA qualification
• Registered with SAICA/CIMA (Essential)

Experience Requirements

• At least 6 years’ experience as a Financial Manager who has worked in a FMCG environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages as well as ERP accounting packages such as Accumatica

Skills and Competencies

• Attention to detail, yet also see the big picture
• Applying judgement and decision making
• Solving complex problems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative team player
• Strong commitment to ethical financial practices
• Maintain integrity in all financial dealings