Analyst Accountant

Reference: 10133 NB
Consultant: Nine Broodryk 

Job Description: 

  • Automation
  • Automating existing reporting systems, whether financial or non-financial, using tools like Excel Power Query
  • Centralising reporting of financial and non-financial data
  • Margin Reporting
  • Prepare detailed margin analysis reports, including gross margin, net margin, and contribution margin.
  • Identify trends and variances, and provide explanations for significant fluctuations.
  • Analyse product profitability and recommend strategies to improve margins.
  • Management Accounts per Business Unit and Export Country
  • Prepare comprehensive management accounts for each business unit/export country/manufacturing process.
  • Analyse financial performance, including revenue, cost of sales, and operating expenses.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue growth within each business unit.
  • Production Cost Reporting
  • Prepare detailed production cost reports, including standard costs, actual costs, and variances.
  • Analyse production variances to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost control.
  • Work closely with operations teams to understand production processes and cost drivers.
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including ratio analysis, trend analysis, and benchmarking.
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Ad-hoc Reporting and Analysis
  • Respond to ad-hoc requests for financial information and analysis.
  • Support the business in strategic planning and decision-making by providing relevant financial insights.
  • Health and Safety
  • Participate in safety forums created
  • Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
  • Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
  • Attend safety education and refresher programmes
  • Comply with safety policies and procedures
  • Distribute safety information as and when required
  • Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Qualifications: 

  • Accounting Degree (BCom or BAcc)
  • CA(SA) – no post-articles experience required
  • Experience with MS Excel Power Query preferred
  • MS Excel – advanced level
  • Experience with ERP systems recommended
  • Data analytics
  • Microsoft Excel (advanced)
  • Excel Power Query and Power BI
  • Financial background
  • Quick learner, adaptable
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong analytical skills

How to Apply: 

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za. 
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system. 
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice. 
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.