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Group Planning & Operational Reporting Accountant (PNP220708-1) – Pick n Pay
Closing Date : 2022/07/22
Reference Number : PNP220708-1
Job Title : Group Planning & Operational Reporting Accountant
Job Type Classification : Permanent
Division / Region : Group Reporting
Department : Group Reporting
Location – Town / City : Cape Town
Location – Province : Western Cape
Location – Country : South Africa
Job Advert Summary
Responsible for the accuracy, validity and completeness of the Group’s operational, planning and forecast reporting, and providing relevant financial reporting to the CFO and Group Executive to enable them to make sound business decisions. Ensuring all timelines are strictly adhered to, continuous implementation, strict application of operational and accounting standards and controls throughout the Group.
Minimum Requirements
CA(SA)
2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience Budget, planning and forecast experience
Intermediate Microsoft suite competency essential (PowerPoint and Excel)
BPP / SAP advantageous
Management accounting experience advantageous
Financial and tax regulatory experience advantageous
Duties & ResponsibilitiesÂ
Responsible for end to end Group planning, forecasting and budgeting processes
Ensure that the quality and integrity of Group reporting is maintained and assist with Group reporting, including:
Group sales tracking as and when required (daily, weekly, monthly, bi-annual and annual)
Monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual Group management reporting
Bi-annual and annual publication of the suite of financial reports process
Prepare and analyse bi-annual and annual Financial Review Committees, Group Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee and Supervisory Board financial reports
Assistance of Group Costs and Gabriel Road accounts
Ensure continuous implementation and strict application of operational and accounting standards, throughout all budget and forecast reporting (including legal entity reporting and prior year comparability)
Provide regular and direct assistance to the CFO and Head of Group Reporting in financial analysis (actuals, budgets, forecasts and targets)
Report development and testing, ensuring quick turnaround in line with changes required by the dynamic business environment
Ensure continuous development, innovation and automation (where possible) of all reporting, allowing for the flexibility of the fast-moving consumer goods industry
Apply principles of accounting in variance reporting, trend analysis and investigations
Identify and alert the Head of Group Reporting of any irregularity, lack of adherence to process and procedures, weakness in internal controls, and any actual or potential concerns arising out of the financial and operational reporting
Recommend actions to resolve discrepancies/non-compliance with accounting policies and procedures
Keep up to date with IFRS standards and all accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
Assist with CA Trainee Programme, on rotation of CA trainees to Group Reporting Assist with external analyst/investor queries, as required
Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Problem solving and analytical thinking skills
Pro-active approach to implementation of changes in operational and accounting requirements
Strong sense of accountability and excellence
Ability to effectively multitask
Well organised with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to follow process and procedure
Strong sense of self investment and growth in knowledge of Group Good teamwork skills, with the ability to develop strong relationships and to work collaboratively within the Group
Additional Information
Competency based interview to assess above requirements
Short-listed applicants may be subjected to relevant assessments