Management Accountant Opportunity at Barloworld Equipment

Barloworld Equipment is seeking a dedicated and meticulous Management Accountant to join its dynamic finance team. This pivotal role involves contributing significantly to the financial health and strategic decision-making processes of the organisation, operating within a global context. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting operational efficiency, and maintaining robust financial controls across various business units in South Africa and Greater Africa. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to advance their career within a leading industrial brand, gaining exposure to complex financial landscapes and contributing to high-level strategic initiatives. The role demands a proactive individual with strong analytical capabilities and a commitment to excellence in financial management. You will be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact business performance and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the comprehensive preparation of the year-end reporting pack, which includes, but is not limited to, interim reporting, intercompany reconciliations, and fixed asset management, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Conduct thorough reviews and authorise bank payments, maintaining strict adherence to financial policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Provide essential support to users regarding HFM/OneStream systems, assisting with data integrity, report generation, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Critically review monthly management accounts submitted by various operations, identifying discrepancies, trends, and areas for improvement to enhance financial performance insights.
• Prepare detailed audit papers, board papers, and audit committee papers, ensuring all documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and ready for review by internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with diverse reporting requirements for both South African and Greater African regions, ensuring all statutory and internal reporting deadlines are met efficiently.
• Execute and prepare impairment calculations in accordance with accounting standards, providing accurate assessments of asset values.
• Supervise and mentor the internal accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and high performance.
• Act as a key liaison with both Internal and External auditors, facilitating audit processes, responding to queries, and ensuring all audit requirements are satisfied.
• Provide valuable assistance with financial analysis for various operations and support functions, offering insights that drive informed business decisions.
• Engage in ad hoc reporting and special projects as required, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to evolving business needs.

Why Join the Company

How to Apply

• B.Com Accounting/Finance (Newly qualified CA(SA) an advantage)
• ERP System Knowledge
• Barloworld business knowledge an advantage
• Advanced Excel skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressurised circumstances and to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Good supervisory, mentoring and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills