Finance Analyst (Temp)

Purpose of the role

The incumbent will be responsible for executing financial administrative tasks, including financial reporting related to the FM unit. The role also supports the Management Accountant by providing financial assistance to operations, the finance team, and functional heads.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience: • Matric with a relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance • Minimum of 5 years experience in a finance-related role • SAP experience (essential) • Experience with CSFAB/AS400 systems • Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills • Experience managing the month-end process • Experience handling a debtors book • Knowledge of Credit Management • Own reliable transport

Key Areas of Responsibility

Financial Reporting & Month-End: • Complete the full month-end process, including: • Financial analysis • Preparation of invoices in SAP • Journal entries • Reconciliations • Checks and balances Present financial results to the Management Accountant and Regional ManagerAnalyse monthly trading results and explain variancesFacilitate monthly results sign-off with relevant stakeholders Accounts Receivable & Client Management: • Prepare and issue invoices • Follow up on outstanding payments and remittance advice • Maintain responsibility for resolving customer finance-related issues • Conduct weekly invoice signoffs with clients

Reporting & Analysis: • Prepare weekly finance reports (including open PO tracking) • Provide ad hoc reporting and analytical support

Procurement & Vendor Management: • Upload vendor quotations into Planon for approval • Raise purchase orders (POs) in SAP • Ensure GRNs are completed upon invoice receipt • Reconcile vendor accounts where applicable • Ensure POs are received from clients for all services delivered

Budgeting & Forecasting: • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets • Support forecasting processes

Compliance & Audit: • Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures • Assist with year-end audit processes

General: • Perform other finance-related duties as required

Key Competencies & Skills • Strong business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling skills • Ability to analyse and interpret large volumes of financial data • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy • Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment • Good time management and planning skills • Strong numerical and administrative abilities • Team player with good interpersonal skills • Willingness to work overtime when required