Operations Finance Manager (CA)

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for a Operations Finance Manager (CA) for a permanent position based in Sandton, Johannesburg. 5 years’ (Post Articles) experience in a Finance Department in a Big 4 preferred. The Ideal candidate is responsible and accountable for the preparation and review of financial reporting, management accounting, forecasting, controlling and risk management activities. Analyses and comments on Business Performance to enable management to make informed business decisions. Assist in the preparation and coordination of our AFS, tax submissions and audit related requirements. This role has 4 direct reports, and 3 indirect reports. Salary is between R750-1.2 MIL Per Annum.Minimum Requirements:Qualified Chartered Accountant, Registered with SAICABig 4 Articles preferred5 Years operational finance exposureIFRS knowledge requiredExcellent organizational, supervisory and communication skillsKnowledge of JD Edwards ERP system.Advanced Excel/Financial ModellingStrong people leadershipWorking in a multi-national (retail / sales knowledge preferable)To start by Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities5 Years post Articles experience in Analytical, Operations, Corporate Project Finance exposure (FMCG, Retail, Healthcare, Medical, Logistics, Food, Beverage, Manufacturing, Automotive)Strong strategic and analytical thinking abilitiesSelf-starter and hand on individualAbility to work cross functional with executives, managers and other staff in a respectful and service oriented manner, to garner cooperation and service excellence.Outstanding organisational, supervisory and written/verbal communications skillsAbility to plan, organize, prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environmentKnowledge of accounting software (JD Edwards OneWorld), MS Office and Cognos tools (e.g. PowerPlay, Controller, etc.)One company mindset – Strong belief in alignment with our Vision, Mission and valuesDemonstrates Strong Leadership Capabilities, in addition, we are looking for a person with a definitive drive, who is ambitious and a visionary, structured and solutions oriented. The right candidate is proactive and quality-focused and can quickly navigate across broad stakeholder platforms.Duties:Maintaining control of the finance administration function; and Actively engaging with the Head of Finance on working capital strategies.Month end close-off, accounting and reporting procedures, including review of trial balance, general ledger accounts and reconciliationsReporting and analysis of working capital management performance against targetsProviding financial information and coordinating projects that result in effective management and sound decision making in key functional areasProject evaluation, monitoring and measurement (Opex and Capital Investment projects) including support for Sales and Marketing initiativesMaintenance of internal controls and compliance with company policiesAssistance in preparing scenario plann