Job Vacancies at AVI Limited

Main Purpose:

To manage a store so that the brand integrity and profitability are upheld, by ensuring our discerning customers are consistently delighted. 

Line Manager: Regional Manager

Subordinates: All Flexi timers and permanent staff within the store 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• To achieve the annual sales budget through meeting and exceeding daily and monthly budgets to ensure the sustainability of the business
• To manage and control the financial aspects of running the store to ensure store profitability
• To adhere to merchandising standards in line with the brand requirements to ensure good product mix
• To ensure proper stock management and control to minimise loss and to ensure product availability
• To deliver the best customer service to ensure the best customer experience
• To build excellent relationships with all relevant service providers (internal and external)
• To manage human resources effectively by recruiting, planning and administrating payroll properly
• To inspire, motivate, develop and hold people accountable appropriately 

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ Store Management experience
• Minimum of 8 years' Retail experience 
• Experience in working in a large retail store with a turnover of more than R 20 million per annum

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12
• Tertiary Retail Qualification will be to your advantage 

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of relevant Industrial Relations (IR) Law
• To discipline staff and initiate enquiries
• Understanding of profit and loss (income) statements
• Good understanding of the retail environment and brands
• Administration and stock management
• Conflict management
• Time management
• Customer service skills
• Leadership skills 

Competencies:

• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Follow instructions and procedures
• Leading and supervising
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Adhering to principles and values
• Working with people
• Planning and organising
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Persuading and influencing
• Deciding and initiating action
• Adapting and responding to change
• Presenting and communicating information

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Main Purpose:

To ensure the highest standards of customer service is delivered, responsible for assisting customers and meeting set targets. 

Line Manager: Store Manager 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Cash control

• Perform cash desk function
• Cash control and banking processes are followed daily
• 0 cash variances maintained
• Manual transactions accurately recorded 

Stock Control

• Stock management processes are followed daily
• Customer orders are followed up
• Weekly stock counts are conducted accurately
• Store room department in good condition
• Shoe pairing exercise is completed weekly 

Customer Service

• Provide excellent customer service
• Internal & external customer relationship building
• Maintain good customer relationships
• Product knowledge

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                                       

• Minimum 1 years’ retail experience 

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12 

Additional Requirements:

• Retail administration disciplines
• Stock & cash management
• Product knowledge
• Sales knowledge and selling skills
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures pertaining to the cash desk, stockroom, admin and all other relevant policies
• Numerical ability 

Competencies:

• Minimising Risk
• Meeting Deadlines
• Planning & Organising
• Thinking Analytically
• Building Relationships
• Attention to Detail
• Understanding Others
• Influencing Others

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Main Purpose:

To ensure the highest standards of customer service is delivered, responsible for assisting customers and meeting set targets. 

Line Manager: Store Manager 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Cash control

• Perform cash desk function
• Cash control and banking processes are followed daily
• 0 cash variances maintained
• Manual transactions accurately recorded 

Stock Control

• Stock management processes are followed daily
• Customer orders are followed up
• Weekly stock counts are conducted accurately
• Store room department in good condition
• Shoe pairing exercise is completed weekly 

Customer Service

• Provide excellent customer service
• Internal & external customer relationship building
• Maintain good customer relationships
• Product knowledge

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                                       

• Minimum 1 years’ retail experience 

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12 

Additional Requirements:

• Retail administration disciplines
• Stock & cash management
• Product knowledge
• Sales knowledge and selling skills
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures pertaining to the cash desk, stockroom, admin and all other relevant policies
• Numerical ability 

Competencies:

• Minimising Risk
• Meeting Deadlines
• Planning & Organising
• Thinking Analytically
• Building Relationships
• Attention to Detail
• Understanding Others
• Influencing Others

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An exciting opportunity exists for a QA OFFICER at SPITZ in Bryanston, Johannesburg.  The purpose of the role is to Manage Quality systems along with a team of QA/QC personnel ensuring consistency and compliancy across relevant stakeholders (Merchants; Group Sourcing; Suppliers and Team members), in the application of quality standards and procedures in a most cost effective and timeous manner, with support to Chain strategies delivering agreed quality on time.

Line Manager: Chief Creative Officer

Number of Direct Reports: 1 QC Technologist and 1 QC Assistant

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Assessment of Development, Pre-Production and Bulk samples
• QA reports and Fit Sessions
• Supplier Management and performance
• Adhoc Technical support to GANT
• Technical Support to Merchandise, Stores and Customer Care Team
• Management of Quality Control Team
• Research and Development
• Investigate defects and recommend corrective action

 Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 3 – 5 years related industry/ retail/ manufacturing work experience
• Technologist level experience in retail or manufacturing environment

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Clothing Management / Clothing Production Technology

Additional Requirement

• Understanding of mens apparel
• Garment manufacturing experience
• Quality Assurance
• MS Office Suite / CAD or Adobe illustrator

Competencies:

• Attention to Detail
• Meeting Deadlines
• Working Together
• Planning & Organising
• Build and maintain key relationships
• Communicate clearly
• Analytical and problem solving

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Coordinate travel and accommodation for Ops Exec and HOD’s:

• Coordinate and manage Domestic and International travel arrangements for Ops Exec, HODs, employees, and visitors (flights, accommodation, car hire, and forex for International trips
• Adhere to the "reasonable/cheaper travel pricing" rule
• Ensure travel & accommodation arrangements for international and local delegates and visitors are managed and organized prior to the date of travel
• Coordinate the traveling and accommodation costs according to budget

Administer expense claims of Ops Exec and HOD's:

• Capture expense claims, (including study loans) timeously on the AVI Web App for authorization and payment;
• Reconcile receipts and statements with expense claims, before submission
• Ensure that the claims procedure is followed
• Capture training expenses
• Resolve any queries on Purchase Orders vs Invoices
• Resolve queries on expense claims, working with the Site and the FSS team

Manage general office administration:

• Management of the Operations Executives' diary and appointments
• Coordinate the scheduling of boardrooms and meetings for NBL and site management
• Arrange quarterly Town Halls and monthly C Band meetings                              
• Arrange catering according to meeting requirements
• Coordinate the Ops Review meeting arrangements such as catering, clean garments, meals, the boardroom is clean, and office bar fridge has enough beverages
• Prepare the presentation slides for the Operations Executive and other HODs for Monthly Ops Review meetings and any other ad-hoc meetings
• Coordinate the daily activities of the admin cleaners and driver
• Complete job cards on Shopware /log calls to Engineering /Asset care
• Send and receive all courier documentation and parcels
• Collate and combine site weekly performance figures and send reports to Ops Executive
• Update factory planner schedule on a daily basis
• Liaise and manage relations between the Site and NBL Head Office
• Co-ordinate Site visits and factory tours for Internal and External visitors
• Daily collation and recording of factory results and numbers
• Manage Monthly cut-offs and recons
• Receptionist

Manage General Administration for Human Resources:

• Attend and participate in Full Circle Meetings and give information to be distributed on the notice board
• Order stationery, beverages, and cutlery and update the internal telephone list       

Manage administration of site initiatives:

• Co-ordinate factory visitors and hampers for visitors if required
• Organize Farewell and Year-End functions
• Log calls to IT regarding HR Input related queries
• Communicate messages on the PA system when required
• Administrate the Team of the Month incentive scheme
• Co-ordinate any Site CSI initiatives
• Coordinate all meetings and functions, both on and off-site (venue, refreshments, catering, equipment, awards & certificates etc.)
• Taking minutes in meetings and typing the same

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 3 – 5 years of relevant administrative experience
• Experience within an FMCG and Manufacturing Environment, working with Executives and a Senior Management Team

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Secretarial Diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements:

• Advanced MS Office Skills
• SAP Experience
• Manage multiple activities
• Factory Performance and Indicators
• Shopware

Competencies:

• Documenting Facts
• Attention to detail
• Articulating information
• Staying composed
• Planning and organizing
• Maintaining productivity
• Meeting deadlines
• Building relationships

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An exciting opportunity exists for a MARKETING MANAGER at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED in Bryanston, Gauteng looking after the National Brands Beverages Portfolio.                                                                                                                             

Line Manager: Marketing Executive 

Number of Direct Reports: 1 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Deliver performance targets across all target brands

• Ongoing market and industry analysis
• Ongoing competitor intelligence
• Ongoing review of portfolio activity effectiveness, with plans being adapted or changed as required
• Lead monthly marketing, sales and NPD meetings
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Agreement and delivery of team and individual performance contracts 

Deliver local portfolio and brand strategy 

• Providing and reporting of insights from existing research and analyses of the market and competitors
• Portfolio positioning
• SWOT analysis
• Development of three year beverages portfolio strategy
• Lead brand plan process to deliver brand plans for focus brands 

Deliver consumer communication strategy

• Propose and agree on brand portfolio investment and splits
• Lead media strategy process, agreement and delivery of plans
• Develop agency relationship
• Monitor communication/promotional spend 

People leadership

• Growth and development of the Consumer Marketing Team
• Performance management
• Inter-functional communication and leadership
• Interface with Sales / Operations / Commercial / Research & Development / Exec Team 

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• Minimum of 8 years Marketing experience of which at least 3 years’ experience as a Marketing Manager
• At least 5 years of Marketing experience within the FMCG industry
• Experience working on a similar portfolio would be highly advantageous
• Previous working experience working for a local South African entity
• Previous experience in marketing to the lower LSM and middle-class consumer 

Qualifications:

• A relevant Commercial Degree
• Post graduate qualification would be advantageous 

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to analyse, interpret and leverage data and information
• Ability to formulate, communicate and execute strategy
• Consumer, trader, customer and shopper interest and insight
• Project management from briefing to execution with internal and external stakeholders
• Financial literacy and commercial acumen 

Competencies:

• Influencing Others
• Thinking Creatively
• Attention to Detail
• Interpreting Data
• Meeting Deadlines
• Articulating Information
• Staying Composed
• Building Relationships

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NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Employee Relations Manager at National Brands Limited Head Office, Bryanston, but will support all the manufacturing operations as well as the AVI Field Marketing and LSS Divisions which are spread across South Africa. The successful candidate will provide ER support to site human resource teams and site leadership teams and will report to the HR Director.

The incumbent will need to have experience functioning at a Senior level within the industrial relations and broader employee relations space and should have strong leadership and interpersonal skills in order to engage with a wide range of stakeholders across the full range of human resource functions.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategy & Engagement:

• Introduce and facilitate communication systems within NBL on employee relations related issues and practices
• Assist with planning, mandating and strategizing for negotiations for different bargaining forums
• Lead negotiations and other management worker forums
• Draft and interpret recognition, substantive and collective agreements
• Monitor legislative changes and maintain practices inclusive of code and offences guideline in line with current legislation and case law updates

Business partnering:

• Advise and consult on employee relations issues to management offering professional advice and facilitates access to external advisors and labour lawyers as required
• Enable and improve line capacity and effectiveness in employee relations
• Identify and implement appropriate standardization and improvement opportunities across operations
• Inform and advise operating units as required in terms of trends and legislation
• Participate in restructuring planning sessions to provide IR support and lead and facilitate S189 processes across the business as and when required
• Participate in the planning and execution of business projects that may impact employee relations

Industrial Relations & Performance Management:

• Lead initiatives to building sound relationships with unions
• Represent the company in complex hearings at the CCMA (or other similar dispute resolution forums)
• Represent operations and participate actively in annual wage negotiations, general consultations and negotiations with the union and bargaining unit, dealing with all industrial action related matters, and establishing, maintaining and attending employee forums
• Build industrial and employee relations capability at operational level to ensure HR teams and Managers are well equipped to effectively manage all industrial and employee relations matters
• Ensure full HR/IR compliance with all labour related (and other relevant) legislation
• Stay abreast of HR market trends, relevant HR/IR legislation and events in appropriate industry and statutory bodies and advise management on HR/IR legislative and compliance matters
• Assist management to comply with corporate norms relating to all internal procedures on grievance and disciplinary enquiries
• Ensure that all operating managers have the relevant employee relations manuals, tools, forms, reports, etc. and use these consistently and appropriately

Experience:

• 7 - 10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment (in highly unionised environment)
• Employee Relations Experience, with wide exposure on CCMA processes (CCMA Commissioner Training and experience will be and added advantage)

Qualifications:

• Relevant qualification is essential
• Registration as an Attorney would be advantageous

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of HR Practices
• Specialist Industrial Relations knowledge
• Expert understanding of all HR/IR related legislation is essential (e.g. Basic Conditions of Employment, Labour relations, Skills Development, BBBEE, South African Qualifications Authority)
• Abreast of HR market trends, relevant HR legislation and events in appropriate industry and statutory bodies
• Conflict/Relationship Management skills
• Exposure to a unionised environment is an essential requirement with experience in a manufacturing / heavy industry environment advantageous

Competencies:

• Problem solving
• Written and verbal communication
• Planning and organising
• Establishing and maintaining key relationships
• Influencing others
• Upholding standards and ethics
• Remaining composed and resilient
• Being flexible and open to change

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If you have a passion for the sea and fishing, I&J invites you to join our team as an Electrical Engineer. We are a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high-quality chilled and frozen foods, with a legacy spanning nearly 110 years. I&J is synonymous with excellence in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet. We are committed to responsible fishing practices and continually invest in the training and development of our experienced fishing crews. With our accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004, we prioritize sustainability and a long-term vision. I&J is a globally respected supplier of premium chilled and frozen Cape Hake, and we are also a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. As one of AVI's esteemed South African brands, we take pride in investing in and empowering the communities in which we operate.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineer at our Processing sites in Cape Town.

Line Manager: Head of Processing.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create comprehensive electrical system designs for manufacturing facilities.
• Develop and integrate electrical solutions that align with manufacturing process requirements, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize CAD software and simulation tools for detailed electrical designs in various manufacturing projects.

Electrical System Analysis:

• Conduct in-depth analyses of electrical systems and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards, efficiency targets, and manufacturing regulations.
• Evaluate load capacities, power distribution, electrical controls, and adherence to local and national electrical codes.
• Identify opportunities for improvement to enhance the reliability and performance of electrical systems.

Equipment Selection and Procurement:

• Collaborate with procurement teams to select appropriate electrical equipment, components, and materials for the manufacturing process.
• Evaluate supplier offerings, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effectiveness and reliability in equipment procurement.

Installation and Commissioning:

• Oversee the installation and commissioning of electrical systems and machinery on the manufacturing floor.
• Work closely with contractors, maintenance teams, and operations personnel to ensure proper setup and functionality of electrical equipment.
• Perform functional tests and inspections during commissioning to verify the safety and efficiency of the systems.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance:

• Rapidly respond to electrical system breakdowns and malfunctions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to minimize production downtime.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and reliability of electrical systems and equipment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and condition monitoring techniques for predictive maintenance.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analysis.

Process Optimization:

• Continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and increase productivity.
• Implement automation solutions, such as PLC systems and SCADA systems, to streamline manufacturing operations.
• Explore energy-efficient technologies to reduce power consumption and production costs.

Generator Cluster Oversight:

• Monitor the operation and performance of the generator cluster within the manufacturing facility.
• Conduct regular inspections of the generator components, identifying signs of wear or potential issues.
• Optimize fuel efficiency and ensure backup power readiness.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose generator malfunctions.
• Coordinate with external service providers for inspections, repairs, and technical support.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all electrical systems and equipment meet quality and safety standards, complying with industry regulations and best practices.
• Perform regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections.
• Provide clear guidance on relevant specifications and standards.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed documentation of electrical designs, modifications, maintenance records, and project progress.
• Prepare regular reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and recommending improvements.

SHE Performance and Compliance:

• Foster an interdependent safety culture within the manufacturing environment.
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and operational reliability requirements.

Training and Support:

• Provide training and support to production personnel on the proper use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment.

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Environmental Sustainability: - Contribute to initiatives aimed at reducing the facility's environmental footprint, such as proposing and implementing energy-saving measures and exploring eco-friendly technologies.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, and control systems.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant electrical engineering tools.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure to resolve production issues quickly.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Registered PR ENG with ECSA 
• Competencies:
• Technical expertise in electrical network analysis, switchgear, transformers, power electronics, and relevant equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of compliance, continuous process improvement, and critical reasoning.
• Project management skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to personal growth and development.
• Ability to build partnerships and foster a safety-conscious culture.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Boilermaker Welder at I&J, Head Office, Cape Town. The purpose of this role is to take responsibility for scheduled and ad-hoc maintenance of all equipment and machinery in the factory with a view to maximising availability.

Line Manager: Engineering Manager

Number of direct reports: 0

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Preventative and Breakdown maintenance
• Execution of Planned Maintenance activities according to specified tasks in line with OEM (Original Equipment
• Manufacturers) specification to ensure equipment meets Engineering Availability targets.
• Execution of Ad-hoc Maintenance activities to the required quality and standard as required in a food- Processing factory.
• Ensure downtime is minimized and repeat breakdowns are prevented when executing repairs and maintenance.
• To ensure compliance of the OSHACT at the Woodstock factory
• Ensure compliance with legislation & maintain accreditations with the various Quality & Food Safety "governing" bodies.
• Ensure compliance with legislation & maintain accreditations with the various Quality & Food Safety "governing" bodies.

Minimum Requirements: 

Experience:

• Food Safety Policy & Procedures for Maintenance Personnel Essential 1. Basic level
• Trade tested Artisan with 5 years post Trade Test Experience

Qualifications:

• 3 years or more experience with Welding Aluminum
• 5 Years post Trade Test experience in a FMCG environment

Competencies:

• Planning and Organising
• Time Management
• Minimising Risk
• Maintaining Productivity
• Building Relationships
• Problem Solving

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an INDUSTRIAL SISTER at I&J, , Cape Town. The purpose of this role is to manage, treat and refer work related injuries on duty. Manage and treat emergency health management and resuscitation. 

JOB SPECIFICATION:

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Examine, diagnose and treat presenting illnesses and injuries
• Records accurate and confidential medical information for patients
• Primary health care given to all employees within our scope of practice
• Refers to outside agencies/Day hospitals for specialist treatment
• Daily health education, one on one with regard to Health and wellness
• Ordering of drugs and medications within surgery budget which is controlled by the clinic as well as assist with the forecasting of the budget requirement
• Conducts Medical surveillance programme which includes: Entrance Employment Medicals, Annual Medicals, Job specific annual medicals for cold store and Hyster Drivers
• Identify and treat infectious diseases which could impact on the quality of our product
• Ensures that annual audiograms are conducted on all employees who enter a noise zone
• Close liaison with Risk Dept. regarding injuries on duty
• Liaise and refer to doctor on all cases of possible disability
• Conduct monthly Hypertension and family planning clinic weekly (State stock)
• Responsible for ordering and re-stocking First Aid Box`s
• Possess the ability to work independently
• Manage Costs effectively
• Ability to work varying shifts, across sites
• Prioritising work loads
• Ability to accurately update and maintain records
• Work across sites within 10km radius.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years in an Occupational Health environment
• Primary Health care experience
• Emergency Care/ Emergency drugs
• Injury on duty Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration with SA Nursing Council
• General Nurse (NQF level 4)
• Dispensing License
• Certificate in Reproductive Health Care
• Degree in Occupational Nursing
• Membership of S.A.S.O.H.N ( Society of Occ. Health Nurses)
• Spirometry/Audiometry

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of COID Act & OHS Act
• Knowledge of legislation applicable to health services

COMPETENCIES:

• Working with People
• Adhering to Principles & Values
• Writing & Reporting
• Planning & Organizing
• Coping With Pressures & Setbacks

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Job Specification:
Key Performance Areas:

• Preparation of corporate income and deferred tax computations including tax schedules for month ends, interim, final year end, including SA entities and international entities.
• Preparation of journals to account for taxes and full reconciliations.
• Preparation of provisional tax calculations including submission to SARS and Namibian revenue services.
• Preparation of Group reporting requirements as per head office deadlines.
• Compiling yearly income tax returns (IT14TR) for the Group.
• Examine IT34 assessments for correctness.
• Arrange for payments of all direct and indirect taxes and follow up on outstanding refunds.
• Computations of all direct and indirect taxes for budget & forecast purposes.
• Tax clearance – Annual request to SARS for the Group, and when needed.
• Preparation of monthly VAT calculations and submissions of VAT 201’s on SARS efiling; and arranging payments.
• Completion of Dividend withholding Tax returns for the Group and assisting to ensure compliance.
• Compiling monthly returns to SARS for diesel rebates.
• Preparation of carbon tax schedules and yearly submissions to SARS. Processing in SAP and arranging for payments.
• Assist with completion of registration requests for the group (PAYE, VAT, Customs & Income Tax).
• Follow up on long outstanding refunds due by SARS.
• Assist the divisions with E-Filing queries.
• Assist with customs matters across the group and monthly payments to arrange.
• Maintain and build relationships with SARS.
• Assist with tax and vat compliance projects such as internal reviews.
• Keep up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in educational opportunities, participating in professional organizations, keeping up with professional networks and reading professional publications.
• Find tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
• Identify legal tax savings and recommend ways to improve profits.
• Advise management about the impact of tax liabilities and corporate strategies or new tax laws.
• Continuous maintenance and improvement of templates and standard operating procedures.
• Updating monthly Tax status reports of the Group and sending out quarterly & yearly reports to the holding company.
• Ad-hoc Tax and Finance related assistance on various projects that arise in the ordinary course of business to be deal with effectively and promptly – Assisting all business units across the Group.
• SARS e Filing to be checked for any notices or correspondence and feedback to group.
• Responsible for all SARS queries, audits and verifications of direct and indirect taxes.
• External and Internal audits - responsible for providing tax related schedules, support and answering questions.
• Resolving queries from SARS in respect of direct and indirect taxes and attending to ad hoc tax and administrative matters. VAT assistance – provide guidance to other businesses units to ensure legislative and business compliance.
• Ad hoc other duties in the finance department with accounting, reporting, preparation of annual financial statements, etc.

Minimum Requirements:
Experience:

• 2-3 years relevant experience in a similar role with taxation experience
• Previous experience in a tax accountant role (including preparation of current tax and deferred tax computations) would be advantageous
• Previous experience in preparation of income tax returns, VAT returns, provisional tax returns, dividend tax returns and carbon tax returns would be advantageous

Qualifications:

• BCom Accounting degree
• SAIPA articles would be advantageous

Additional Requirements:

• Advanced Excel skills 
• SAP advantageous
• Knowledge and experience in income tax and deferred tax computations
• Knowledge of financial processes
• Income Tax Act knowledge
• VAT Act
• Customs Act
• Employees Tax
• Proficient in tax systems and experience with ERP systems
• SARS e-filing experience

Competencies:

• Thinking Analytically
• Documenting Facts
• Interpreting data
• Meeting Deadlines
• Attention to Detail
• Minimising Risk
• Planning and Organising
• Keeping Commitments

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide monthly statements and relevant information required by distribution agent
• Ensure all reconciled intems are investigated and processed timeously
• Process month end journals
• Review purchase orders created by the Sales Team
• Perform month end closing entries on SAP system
• Provide confidential rebate payment instruction
• Ensure all rebate payment are made in accordance with terms
• Maintain rebate agreement file
• Maintain rebate agreement listings
• Compile sales information relevant to rebate periods
• Perform settlement of rebate agreements on SAP
• Prepare and process journals

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• 2-3 years relevant experience in a similar role
• Experience in a commercial or financial environment

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• BTech qualification in Accounting or Finance

Additional requirements:

• Advanced Excel knowledge
• SAP advantageous
• Required to travel to distribution agents (Adhoc)

Competencies:

• Thinking Analytically
• Documenting Facts
• Interpreting data
• Meeting Deadlines
• Attention to Detail
• Minimising Risk
• Planning and Organising
• Keeping Commitments

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An exciting opportunity exists for a Financial Reporting Manager at Shared Services Division in Bryanston, Johannesburg.  The purpose of the role is to ensure high standards of financial accounting and reporting across National Brands Limited (“the Group”), including preparation of the Annual Financial Statements, Monthly, Interim & Year Packs comprising Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Cashflow Statements and Notes.

This will also include performing consolidations and working with a complex structure of local and Sub-Saharan African legal entities in a dynamic environment. Ensuring that the corporate entities are effectively administered and must ensure applicable compliance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and applicable legislation.

Line Manager: Senior Financial Manager

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Reporting

• Prepare monthly packs & reports, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, interim and year end packs and annual financial statements for the Group and subsidiaries.
• Preparing proofs of all balance sheet balances, cash flow statement balances and the consolidation spreadsheet entries when the monthly, interim and year end packs are prepared.
• Adherence to AVI monthly reporting requirements ensuring that monthly deadlines, from both a business unit and an AVI perspective, are met and that the desired level of accuracy is achieved.
• Performing debtors provisions, unrealized profit, FEC revaluation, IFRS 16 lease journals and borrowing costs capitalised calculations.
• IFRS 16 lease management
• Comply with financial accounting standards across the Group.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors regarding all internal control matters, as well as the year-end audit.
• Be able to review and release payments on an electronic banking system (Standard Bank CATS).
• Addressing ad hoc queries from business units, AVI Head Office and other parties.
• Timeous completion of ad hoc financial and operational projects.
• STATS SA and SARB reporting requirements
• Co-ordination and consolidation of the Top 20 debtors reports
• Perform dividend assessments for group and subsidiaries

Implement and maintain accounting systems on SAP and Essbase

• Implement and maintain accounting systems on SAP and Essbase that are effective, reliable and efficient to support such monthly reporting.
• Maintain of the Group’s Hyperion (ESSbase) roll-out

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• CA (SA) with Big 4 articles
• Completed SAICA Articles at an Audit firm and some financial accounting experience

 Qualifications:

• CA (SA)

 Additional Requirements:

• SAP
• Hyperion (Essbase)
• Advanced Excel
• Knowledge of Corporate tax (Income Tax, VAT, PAYE)
• Strong knowledge of Financial Accounting Standards i.e IFRS and Companies Act
• GL Wand

 Competencies:

• Recoverning from setbacks
• Embracing change
• Working together
• Taking Initiative
• Persisting
• Building Relationships
• Challenging Views
• Staying Composed