Our client, a leading player in the retail industry, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Store Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in accounting and financial management, particularly in the FMCG sector, to take on a pivotal role in overseeing store financial operations. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with excellent leadership abilities and a passion for driving financial accuracy and performance.Key Responsibilities:
Financial Administration: Oversee the cash book, journal entries, and all financial transactions within the store, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and best practices.
Team Management: Lead and manage the administration team, ensuring full compliance with policies and procedures, and maintaining an efficient and motivated workforce.
Reporting: Provide daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports to head office, detailing store performance and key financial metrics.
Payroll & Rostering: Manage staff rosters and ensure payroll records are up to date for submission to head office.
Store Compliance: Ensure the store adheres to all policies and procedures and that deadlines set by head office are met consistently.
Supplier Relations: Manage supplier communications and payments in coordination with head office, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
Audit Liaison: Collaborate with external auditors to ensure all store financials are properly audited in line with group standards.
Asset Management: Safeguard company assets, including stock, cash, and other property, ensuring all are properly managed and protected.
GRV & Creditor Management: Oversee the GRV process, ensuring accurate checks and balances for all incoming stock, and manage creditor claims and deductions.
Cash Management: Spot-check cashier floats, conduct weekly cash office balancing, and manage ATM cash balances.
Stock Control: Take part in monthly liquor stocktakes and ensure any discrepancies or hazards are swiftly addressed.
Qualifications and Experience:
BCom Accounting (or a similar accounting qualification) is preferred.
Completed articles (preferred but not essential).
5+ years of post-article experience in a financial/accounting role, ideally within an FMCG environment.
3+ years of experience managing staff.
Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Pastel (required), Excel (required), and Evolution (advantageous).
Experience with Arch (advantageous).
Good communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with suppliers, auditors, and head office.