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Job Description
Main Purpose of Job
Provides Finance intelligence to the Service Area Management Team supporting the value chain
Focuses on strategic issues relating to Finance that contribute to growth and competitiveness of the business
Plays the role of credible advisor and negotiator interpreting Service Area context to align the agendas of the business with Finance
Assists with the planning, organizing and managing of the Service Line Project Services and General Accounting function
Aligns, implements and embeds COE and SSC driven initiatives and technologies at the Service Area level and in support of the Senior Finance Manager for the Service Line
Consolidates P&L finances for the Service Area
Gives advice and recommendations to the Service Area management on request or on own initiative pertaining to Service Area finances
Responsible for Service Area finances and works together with the COE and SSC teams to ensure smooth finance operations for the Service Area
Key Performance Area
1.Strategic Impact
Supports leadership in the delivery of services to clients in line with the defined strategic objectives:
→ Provides support to management in the implementation of change initiatives
→ Works with team to complete work by set deadlines advising manager of any issues prior to deadlines
Develops relationships with peer group at client to understand their business
Raises effective solutions to address issues in area of expertise that may enhance / renew service offerings to client
2.Client Impact: External / Internal
Independently delivers quality work within area of expertise, within deadlines
Provides client/s with sound professional advice and support on issues arising within area of expertise without reference to superior
Applies solutions to technical issues that arise within area of expertise, with minimal input from management
Proactively researches latest thought leadership within area of expertise and share with team as input to improved delivery to clients
Communicates regularly with both line manager and client to meet deliverable expectations in specific area of expertise
3.Operational Effectiveness
Proactively identifies technical problems that arise that may affect delivery and propose resolutions to address these
Independently delivers on designated tasks within area of expertise
Provides line manager with detailed reporting on status of deliverables on a regular basis
Manages risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies and processes
Reviews own work prior to submission to ensure quality and provide guidance to junior team members on quality standards
4.Development/Growth of Team
Shares expertise and knowledge with team members
Actively works to address development areas identified
Coaches / mentors junior team members of the team
May act as counsellor to junior staff within Finance
5.Budgets / Profitability
Effective use of time, equipment and resources
6.Differentiators for this specific role
Budgeting, Forecasting and Target setting for the Service Area
Manages budgeting and forecasting for the Service Area
Finalises budgets and forecasts with Service Area Leader
Consolidates and prepares budget and forecast commentary and analysis for the Service Area
Facilitates setting targets for Service Area, including productivity and revenue targets down to partner, staff and project level where applicable
Submits Service Area budgets and forecasts to the Global Reporting COE and the Africa Reporting COE
Provides budgets and forecasts to the Senior Finance Manager for consolidation at a Service Line level
Financial Reporting for the Service Area
Prepares monthly management reports (according to Service Area requirements)
Provides Service Area input into the monthly results for Service Line level reporting
Reviews the balance sheet and income statement for the Service Area
Reports performance against KPIs and North Stars
Analyses Service Area utilisation and productivity
Strategic analyses and driving target achievement for the Service Area
Conducts financial analysis and insights
Analyses performance and efficiency
Provides strategic financial advice
Supports the Service Area to manage working capital
Interrogates working capital and revenue before and after EM rollover
Analyses North Star performance and drive business closer to these targets
Drives the core pillars of the Finance 2020
Implements cost reduction plans for the Service Area
Drives improved profitability
Assisting with the transactional oversight, including but not limited to:
Assisting in leading the Project Services and General Accounting team (resources dedicated to the service line) to ensure accurate processing and reporting
Assisting in building and managing a high performing Project Services and General Accounting team by providing leadership, role clarity, training and career development
Assisting in developing an effective Project Services and General Accounting framework, including appropriate policies, processes and procedures; oversee the enforcement in order to establish practice that ensures accountable management of resources
Identifies and mitigates risks to protect Deloitte from potential losses relating to incorrect capturing to the general ledger
Identifies methods to update, simplify and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the end-to-end client experience through technology and/or process solutions relating to Project Services and General Accounting
Assist with monitoring performance against objectives to ensure that teams’ KPIs are achieved
Assists in leading the achievement of SLAs and monitoring SLA compliance relating to Project Services and General Accounting
Leads in maintaining, amending and communication of general ledger policies and procedures
Monitors performance against objectives to ensure that the Project Services and General Accounting teams’ KPIs are achieved
Approvals, Reviews and Requests & Controls
Reviews and approves journals (including manual journals to project codes)
Reviews the pricing of contracts and projects
Reviews payroll for the Service Areas
Approves credit notes
Approves purchase requests/orders
Approves general journals to Service Area cost centers
Reviews and approves payroll report
Requests accruals and provisions to be raised
Requests new or updates to cost/profit centers and chart of accounts
Reviews project spend monthly
Implements internal controls where applicable
Drives financial disciplines in project accounting
Reviews revenue monthly
Debtors
Reviews debtors monthly
Assists with escalated debt collection
Other
Involvement in Finance Projects driven from the SSC/COE
General support to the Senior Finance Manager
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
CA (SA)
Desired Qualifications
CA (SA) at one of the big four
Minimum Experience
8 years in finance
Desired Experience
3 of those in a management role
Additional Information
Technical competencies
Technical
Skilled in field with sound industry and business knowledge
Demonstrated leadership skills
Experienced in communication and implementation of strategy
Proven ability to manage and execute projects
Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations
Good report writing skills
Good financial knowledge
Behavioural
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others
Strong client delivery focus
Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease
Focus on quality and risk
Effective problem solving ability
Excellent business acumen
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