Senior Finance Controller

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

• Oversee and manage core accounting functions, including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements and reports to senior management
• Supplier procurement and creditor reconciliation authorizations
• Manage the vessel payments
• Manage the port disbursement accounts
• Reconcile individual vessel files to validate amounts in the ledger
• Monthly reconciliations and reporting
• Tax and Vat submissions
• Manage all audit requirements and are met on time and with accuracy
• Stay informed on local industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring the company's financial practices remain compliant
• Forecast quarterly balance sheets, income statements and cash flows,
• Assist and support the Finance Director with the month end, budgeting and financial year end processes,
• Assist with the preparation of the accounting and tax packs at year end,
• Assist the Finance Dept with adhoc assignments for example, performing internal control procedures for inventory and assets, etc.

Requirements:

• Matric (grade 12)
• Completed Accounting Diploma or Degree
• Min 5 years of industry experience
• Min 5 years in a managerial role
• Computer literate (Excel and MS Word)
• Knowledge of any accounting system is a requirement ie, AccPac, Pastel, etc,
• Ability to interpret balance sheets, income statements and cash flows,
• Sound knowledge of tax principles and regulations,
• Sound knowledge of the characteristics of internal control,
• Visible initiative and drive together with flexibility are key attributes required,
• The ability to work independently under pressure according to tight deadlines is imperative,
• Further critical attributes include a meticulous approach, attention to detail and a high level of conscientiousness,
• Available to work flexible hours
• Drivers licence (Code 08)