Management Accountant

We’re seeking an ambitious and newly qualified AGA(SA) or In-progress CA(SA) / CGMA for a management accountant role at a JSE listed retailer based in Cape Town. The candidate will work in the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team working on management reporting to enable effective commercial decision making by the business and its directors. * Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual management reporting to enable effective commercial decision making by the business * Ensure budget & forecast variances are analysed and recommendations are made to correct or improve company performance * Assist the Financial Manager with input into the annual budgeting and forecasting process * Ensure key pieces of analysis are performed on areas of risk or opportunity within the business and that the financial levers are understood and communicated to the business together with clear recommendations * Continuously review strategic business initiatives to ensure that they meet the required profitability expectations * Identify cost management opportunities (processes or expenses) for ensuring improved profitability and sustainable returns for the business * Support business partners with their various ad hoc requests for required management reporting and analyses * Play an effective role in the broader Finance team to ensure collaboration and communication between the functional areas * Completed SAICA Articles (Preferably at a Medium or Big 4 firm) * Completed CIMA training as a Junior Management Accountant * AGA(SA) / CGMA Designation (Preferable) * 0-2 years post articles experience * Very proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically *very strong Microsoft Excel skills* R25 000 p/m - R35 000 p/m * Completed SAICA Articles (Preferably at a Medium or Big 4 firm) * Completed CIMA training as a Junior Management Accountant * AGA(SA) / CGMA Designation (Preferable) * 0-2 years post articles experience * Very proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically *very strong Microsoft Excel skills*