Accountant/ Finance Manager

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Introduction A well-established company within the FMCG/ Food technology manufacturing sector is looking for an experienced Accountant/ Finance Manager to join their South African branch. They have more than 13 subsidiaries venturing into many different industries, with various international offices and factories in 9 countries. Duties & Responsibilities Complete month end closing for entity. Manage the end-to-end payment process, including vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and expense monitoring. Review and approve staff claims. Ensure the efficient collection of outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue accounts, and implement strategies to improve collection efficiency. Implement and improve payment and collection processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Manage daily cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs and financial commitments. Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, including the daily cashbook and transaction entries. Assist in financial reporting related to AP and AR, providing insights for decision-making. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including banks, vendors, and auditors, on payment and collection matters. Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. Undertake any other finance-related tasks as assigned by management. Desired Experience & Qualification Ideally bachelor’s degree in accounting with SAICA Associate General Accountant (SA) Ideally 10 years of experience with full set of accounts and manufacturing experience (preferred). Required experience with Pastel accounting system. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in managing financial transactions. Strong people skills and good communication skills Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to take responsibility and ownership on tasks allocated. Ideally currently living in Centurion or not too far from Company. Package & Remuneration Market related Interested? Please mail your CV to hr1 (at) peopledimension (dot) co (dot) za Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.