Lead Accountant

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

• The accountant’s job is to review, analyze and report on trading results of the bakery and makes recommendations to the Bakery Manager.
• Ensure Financial Standards, Policies and Procedures and Internal Controls are adhered to.
• Manage all weekly and monthly financial accounts, accurate budgeting and ensure the accuracy of profits and balance sheet control accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• •You are focused on ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the GL by processing monthly journals, preparing reconciliations, cost analysis, inventory reporting and fixed asset register maintenance.
• •You will assist internal and external auditors with information/feedback requested and ensure consistent application of internal controls.
• •Lead control and monitor the functions of all admin staff
• •Analyse weekly financial accounts.
• •Plan the cash flow of the bakery and monitor bank accounts.
• •Review debtor’s ageing ledger weekly.
• •Attend monthly stock counts and reconcile stock movements weekly.
• •Compile annual budgets.
• •Compile year-end accounts and schedules.
• •Implement Financial Standards, Policies and Procedures and internal Controls aligned to the Bakeries BMR (Basic Minimum Requirements).

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• •Qualfied CA - Non Negotiable
• •Strong communication skills
• •Business analytical skills
• •Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Oracle

Experience

2-3 years accounting experience within FMCG or Manufacturing

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In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.