Factory Accountant at Twinsaver

Main Purpose

As a Factory accountant, you will prepare, develop and analyse financial information in order to support the management accountant and operations in its decision-making. You will need to establish and maintain financial policies and management information systems, as well as provide a high-quality support service by liaising with management colleagues on all aspects of finance. The role combines accounting skills with business management skills.

Main Responsibilities

Preparation and reporting of accounting and financial data related to Manufacturing Operations;
To manage daily, weekly, monthly cost reports and ensure that this information is correct;
To manage general ledger reconciliations and analyzes of information;
To assist and support the Management Accounting function in forecasts, budgets, audits reports and projects;
To ensure that the information on the ERP is correct via adherence to operational procedures;
Manufacturing cost accounting involving investigation, analysis of costs and variances, follow up and reporting, including structured monthly reports, capex analysis and factory project accounting;
Responsible for budgeting and cost control using agreed company cost investigation methods;
Implement and maintain standardized reports for inventory, labour and waste variance, service and quality;
Stock take follow-up and analysis; and preparation, evaluation and reconciliation of stock takes;
Raw Material and WIP reporting (including aging)
Advising on the financial implications and consequences of business decisions
Oversight of factory controls over production, inventory management and cost management;
Ensuring full compliance with Finance SOP's like Month End Processes, cut off procedures, stock count procedures;
Interpreting and communicating financial data to non-financial managers.
Developing reports and interpreting cost drivers, KPl's and benchmarks.
Reconciling the management accounts to financials on a monthly basis.
AD-hoc financial duties as and when required.

Requirements

FORMAL QUALIFICATION

Matric
Com (Acc) or studying towards / CIMA qualification would be advantageous

Work Experience

Some working experience in a FMCG manufacturing environment
Knowledge and experience related to supply chain and manufacturing operations
Knowledge of MS Office (especially good Excel skills)
ERP experience would be advantageous
Strong numeracy skills;
Professionalism and commitment;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
IT proficiency;

Skills And Competencies

Excellent communication skills.
A lively and enquiring mind with a logical approach to work, combined with analytical and problem-solving skills;
Ability to work independently.
Have the ability to work under pressure and to meet stringent deadlines;
Organized & structured work ethic.
Be able to travel as and when required
Ability to work with people

Desired Skills