Financial Accountant

General Job Description The Financial Accountant will manage financial records, prepare accurate financial statements, and ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations. Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journals, reconciliations, and reporting Provide support during Internal and External (Statutory) audits, including preparation of required documentation. Prepare, maintain, and reconcile financial accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Capturing all bank accounts daily Compile project reconciliations and submit payment requisitions for franchisee projects. Review major debtors reconciliation accounts Manage the administration of Fixed Assets and Work-in-Progress, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies. Ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards Support budgeting, forecasting processes and variance analysis. Management Service Fees (MSF)/Royalties Calculate monthly MSF and Marketing Fund contributions ensuring 100% accuracy. Analyse monthly outlet turnovers, MSF and Marketing Fund trends to identify abnormalities, provide explanations and correct. ESG Compile and submit data for quarterly ESG report ensuring 100% accuracy. Ensure supporting documentation is filed for all amounts reported. Key Performance Areas: Timely and accurate monthly management accounts pack preparation Comprehensive financial and variance analysis Oversight and review of balance sheet reconciliations Cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and working-capital optimisation Costing analysis to support production and profitability Review and enhancement of internal controls, policies, and procedures Budgeting preparation and variance tracking Audit preparation, statutory reporting, and annual financial statement readiness Requirements: Relevant Accounting Diploma/Degree. 3-5 years total finance experience. Completed articles advantage. Proven experience in journals, accounts payable reconciliation, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, Balance sheet reconciliations etc Manufacturing sector exposure. Solid understanding of Balance sheet reconciliations and internal controls Working knowledge of IFRS and sound financial governance Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems Sage 3 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Skills & Attributes: Strong accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS principles Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities High attention to detail and professional accuracy Advanced Excel and ERP proficiency Deadline-driven with excellent time management Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership potential Proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to work under pressure Integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement Audit proficiency and sound understanding of risk and controls