What You'll Do:
Manage month-end responsibilities and general accounting.
Prepare and report periodic reports to Headquarters within stipulated deadlines.
Monthly inventory reporting including PPV, GIT and reserves.
Monthly revenue reporting.
Regularly evaluate and manage all debtors cash allocations and customer held orders.
Strong focus on delivering timely reconciliations of accounts and investigating and resolving all variances within stipulated timelines.
Monitor and adjust credit limits regularly in accordance with Abbott Global Credit Policy.
Acting as a finance partner to the commercial divisions.
Ensure relevant Basic Operating Procedures are relevant and updated when necessary. Assist with and prepare required reports for internal and external audits.
Ensure strong internal controls are in place and maintained within the position.
Performing all task related to internal and external audits within the scope of your responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
Tertiary finance / accounting qualification is essential
CA(SA) or Eligible to register for CA is preferred.
Previous experience in financial accounting role as well as a strong background in debtors, within the Medical, FMCG OR related.
Excellent Excel and spreadsheet experience.
Good communication skills are essential.
A solid understanding of accounting principles including but not limited to debtors (IFRS9), inventory, and revenue recognition.
Preferred Qualifications
Working as an accountant - preferably in a large organization / multinational. Preferably from a manufacturing industry with experience working with inventory accounting such as exposure reserves, PPV, fixed assets and standard costing. Analytical skills including problem solving.
Personal motivation and commitment
Be able to work with a multitude of personalities across all levels of the organization