Financial Manager

Main Purpose of PositionThe Finance Manager coordinates the provision of effective financial support services within the region, in compliance with legislation and Company policies and procedures.KEY PERFORMANCE AREASEnsure Regional Compliance with Company Financial Policies in Respect of Budget and Forecast ProcessesPreparation and timeous submission of accurate forecasts of monthly results, facilitating implementation of proactive measures to obviate unacceptable outcomes.Maintenance of expenditure within approved levels by ensuring compliance with budgetary control procedures.Oversight of all financial controls within the region, adhering to company and group guidelinesEnsure Regional Compliance with Company Accounting and Administrative Practices, in Conformance with Legislation and Generally Accepted Accounting PracticeTimeous and accurate processing of decentralized accounting transactions on the G4S finance system, maintaining accurate and detailed records with supporting source documentation.Overview of the regional revenue position, implementing effective credit control measures to ensure that cash flow is maximised.Oversight and review of regional balance sheet reconciliationsGeneral financial management of regional costs, purchase orders, business expenses and expenditureInventory management:Ensure proper inventory controls are in place and are adhered to.Regular physical counts of inventory with Project co-ordinatorsVerify accurate financial reporting of inventory balances and stock countsManage expenditure against budgetEnsure correct allocation of costs against budgetEnsure that expenditure is supported by valid supporting documentationEnsure that expenditure is approved at correct levelsSupport Sales Team with reviewing and approving quotes costings and create group investment models Review regional revenue reconciliationsReview regional labour cost earningsAnalysis and evaluation of monthly accounts, reviewing actual performance against budget, identifying trends and highlighting variances, providing accurate management information to the Regional Operations Director.Accurate Valuation of WIPMonitoring and reporting on monthly WIP balancesPreparation of Monthly Reports and AnalysisPreparation and timeous submission of accurate trade review packs, forecasts of monthly results, facilitating implementation of proactive measures to obviate unacceptable outcomes.Analysis and evaluation of monthly accounts, reviewing actual performance against budget, identifying trends and highlighting variances, providing accurate management information to the Regional Operations Director and Head OfficeSubmission of all required reports and analysis of the financial position of the region, including but not exclusive to overtime, costs, cash flow and revenue.Review, process and manage the allocation of costs, journals and transactions for the region.Minimum RequirementsQualificationRelevant Tertiary Qualification EssentialExperienceMinimum of 5 years relevant working experience Financial and cost control experience essentialComputer Literacy – with specific reference to Excel/SheetsSkills and AttributesDealing with changing circumstancesUnderstanding the organisation’s goals and objectivesSupporting and working with othersDelivering objectivesDealing with complexityActing professionallyDelivering great customer serviceSharing and Co-operating