Site Accountant - Germiston at Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd

Job objectives:

• Determine and implement cost accounting procedures and methods in order to accurately account for costing of products.
• Ensure controls are implemented and operating effectively to mitigate the risk of fraud and material misstatements.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting on site performance.
• Full understanding of the value chain

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Co-ordinate and participate in monthly stock take for the Candy Factory.
• Ensure that accurate inventory counts are captured on the financial system.
• Ensure intercompany loan accounts balance on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and capture the month-end journals and ensure that month-end closure deadline is met.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monthly reporting on expenses and inefficiencies in the value chain
• Annual budget preparation
• Co-ordinate and participate in annual asset verification.
• Review and authorise creditors for payment.
• Ensure accurate accounting of manufactured products.
• Evaluates proposed capital projects and complete capex request.
• Provide support to the Site Manager on ad hoc requests and feasibility study.
• Track the financial savings of Continuous Improvement Projects
• Prepare and assist with internal audits and external audits.

Qualification Requirements    

•  BCom Accounting Honours Degree.
•  SAIPA/CIMA would be an advantage

Experience Requirements    

•  Minimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG/Manufacturing industry
• ERP system eg Microsoft Great plains or equivalent - Intermediate - Desirable

Key Outputs    
Skills / Knowledge:

• Excel (pivot tables and formulas) -Advanced Level
• People management skills- Advanced Level
• Analytical thinking skills - Advanced Level
• Time management skills -Advanced Level
• Project management skills – Intermediate Level
• Communication skills - Advanced Level

Attributes:

• Ability to work independently
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work with people
• Ability to communicate effectively with Team members via telephone and email