Assistant Financial Controller

The OfferOpportunity within a company with a solid track record of performanceThe JobPURPOSE:This role exists to ensure site costing (actual , budget and forecast) is produced timeously and accurately and responsible for the review of the quality control of information entering the finance and related systems. The role creates a vital link between the Finance and Operations management and will further be responsible for the ongoing financial training and development of operational staff.RESPONSIBILITIES:ReportingAssist in preparing and supplying of operational finance information to Divisional stakeholders.Report on day-to-day cost management of the Division.Assist with any reporting requirements.GovernanceIdentify any audit areas or potential riskprepare relevant annual audit files for external Auditors, various reconciliations and assist external Auditors with queries.Assist internal audit during annual internal audit process.Budget and ForecastCreate, advise and consolidate budget and forecast on site and business unit level for operations.Assist with the monthly rolling forecast calculations.Operational ManagementDevelop financial budget for sites.Monitor revenue and costs vs budget.Identify trends e.g. daily productions against programAssist in managing overtime hours workedCompile and implement corrective action plans to rectify negative trendsAnalyse, drill down and identify variance amongst the budget, forecast and actualsEnsure policies and procedures are adhered toProvide quality accounting support and technical advice to key internal stakeholdersTransactional Shared ServicesAssist with internal/external auditsMaintain procedure manuals for all related site administration proceduresPresent forecast for all sitesPrepare general ledger monthly reconciliationsConduct regular site visitsQUALIFICATIONS:National Diploma in Cost Accounting or Financial AccountingEXPERIENCE:Three years related experience in a construction, mining or tailings environmentSage ERP experience would be advantageousContract allowances accountingSKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Good communication (verbal and written)Self-starterHighly self-drivenDetail orientated.Highly analyticalProblem-solvingStrong prioritizing and organizingInterpersonalProfessionalism The ProfileYou have at least 3 years related experience within the Construction, mining or tailings environmentYou have experience in Contract allowances AccountingYou have a National Diploma in Cost Accounting or Financial AccountingYou are highly goal driven and work well in fast paced environmentsYou pay strong attention to detail and deliver work that is of a high standardYou possess strong analytical skills and have good written and verbal communication skillsThe EmployerA leading supplier of services to the mining industry, a global partner adding value to mining, waste and infrastructure through smart solutions. Our offering includes mineral processing, tailings dam construction and tailings management.