Financial and Reporting Accountant

Cape Town - A top rated FMCG Company is looking for a Financial and Reporting Accountant to join one of their corporate divisions. The incumbent should possess leadership attributes and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have excellent planning skills and be accurate and analytical. Must have the ability to work under pressure.DESCRIPTIONDuties include:Consolidation of the monthly, quarterly and annual horse mackerel results• Preparing and presentation of the monthly and quarterly financial reports• Compiling the monthly management reporting packs• Develop and maintain monthly and year to date dashboards• Develop and maintain monthly, year to date, forecast and budget variance analysis reports• Consolidation and review of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts• Preparation and consolidation of the year end reporting pack• Complete quarterly Statistics reporting requirements for SA and Namibia• Compilation of BBBEE quarterly reporting• Provide input and technical IFRS support to the division• Preparation of companies annual financial statements• Responsible for monthly taxation calculations for entities• Responsible for annual and provisional tax calculations and returns• Develop and maintain measurement models and value add analysis of working capital and cash management• Liaising with internal and external auditors• Compilation of ad hoc reports as required from time to time.REQUIREMENTSQualifications and Experience:CIMA or newly qualified CA or BCOM degreeAt least 5 years related working experienceWorking knowledge of IFRSGood understanding of company taxSAP systems experience (advantageous)Consolidation experience.Computer literacy in MS Office (Excel to advanced levels)Kindly note that all positions will be filled in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply