Job Purpose: The preparation, development and analysis of management accounting information and provision of a high quality support service to line managers within the Region.
Primary Relationships: The position reports to the Finance Director
Key Performance Areas and Tasks
Prepare, review and distribute monthly financial reports to Business Units, Management and Global.
Track expenses and revenues vs. budget and reforecast and analyze fluctuations.
Prepare monthly consolidation and executive financial package.
Coordinate financials questions/answers among Business Units and Accounting & Control department
Prepare annual financial information binder to be provided to the external auditors
Prepare quarterly operating reports
Create and update Report writer and Crystal reports
Assist in the budget & reforecast process
Maintain budget and reforecast information in the accounting system.
Evaluate profit and cost efficiencies in various areas of the organization as needed.
Develop, maintain and distribute as-hoc reports and financial models as needed.
Competencies
Exceptional financial skills, including strong computer abilities.
Highly-organized with ability to multi-task.
Strong time management skills.
Ability to work independently as well as with managers and employees at all levels.
Team player. Collaborates with internal and external resources to achieve goals.
Demonstrates confidence and maturity in client facing situations.
Professionally represents Sealed Air Sales Team at all times.
Ability to take direction from, and support, multiple managers.
Committed to standards of the highest professionalism and ethical behavior.
Handles confidential information with discretion.
Behavioural Competencies
Good communication skills.
Good inter-personal skills.
Financial management experiences with emphasis on debtors and creditors skills.
Detail orientated, working with a plan/routine.
Drive for results.
Respect for others Customer Driven / Service orientated.
Very good understanding of Microsoft Office.
Proactive problem solver.
Good judgment skills
Position Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in reporting, consolidation and financial analysis. Experience in retail/food & beverage industry an added advantage
CPA(K)
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel & Access)
Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects.
Excellent Communication skills.
Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects as well as strong follow through skills.
Ability to complete projects timely and accurately critical.
Must be detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Experience with an ERP will be an added advantage.
Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day – time telephone number to the email address: jobs@hcsafrica.com with Financial Business Analyst on the Subject line.