Accounting Jobs
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Responsible for controlling, monitoring and leading the cost accounting process within NBL by providing relevant and accurate financial information. To collect quantitative and qualitative financial data, prepare, analyse, and transform data into insights, from internal and external sources and in line with the business needs, in order to deliver correct, timely and complete information that supports decision making.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- Degree in Cost Accounting/ Management Accounting with 4-5 years’ experience in Cost Accounting/Management Accounting.
- CIMA qualified would be advantageous
- Business Intelligence and systems automation literacy
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Provide financial insight that influences business strategic direction and decision making.
- Develop dashboards which fulfil management’s business insight requirements.
- Develop and implement management reports to present actual and budget figures.
- Develop and maintain database and file relevant business information in the existing systems.
- Develop a NBL information model to translate strategy into value drivers and key performance indicators.
- Communicate strategic plans and directions to relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure cost accounting process is relevant, accurate and up to date as per procedures.
- Ensure timeous provision of cost information to business and users.
- Ensure adherence to relevant cost accounting principles and alignment with IFRS.
- Provide support for product cost enquiries and modelling (value chain analysis and brand profitability assessment).
- Interpret internal and external data (qualitative and quantitative and make necessary recommendations.
- Create dashboard that includes relevant management information i.e., KPIs to drive the business outcome.
- Research industry Best Practices and recommended necessary improvements.
- Identify business process for improvement and contribute to the development, implementation and optimisation of systems and procedures.
- Improve and streamline current business financial processes and systems.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Influencing Skills
- Networking
- Facilitation Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Negotiation Skills
- Pro-active thinking
- Personal credibility / Ethics
Closing date: 14 August 2023
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To control the daily operation and objectives of the company’s creditors’ cycle through planning, maintenance and management of the creditor’s business function and procedures in order to honor the company’s financial obligations towards suppliers and service providers through accurate and timeous payments..
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Manage and maintain the creditors’ age analysis to ensure that it remains within 60 days
- Scrutinize all creditors’ invoices timeously to ensure compliance to VAT act.
- Reconcile and allocate creditors’ accounts.
- Investigate, follow up and take corrective action regarding all reconciling items and discrepancies.
- Investigate, follow up and take corrective action regarding all 8000 vendor accounts.
- Compile accurate and timeous accrual list on a monthly basis.
- Accountable for examining and clearing of GRIR Accounts on a weekly basis to see that the ageing falls within 60 days.
- Prepare timeous and accurate weekly and monthly creditor’s payment as per standard operating procedure.
- Perform month end closing procedures timeously as per planning schedule.
- Oversee the functions and work delivery of all reporting staff.
- Facilitate effective counselling and discipline of staff.
- Provide relevant training and transfer of knowledge to staff.
- Manage the growth plans and overall development of staff.
- Monitor, manage and review performance of reporting staff.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- Grade 12 Certificate, with accounting as a subject and at least 5 years advanced creditors’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
- Diploma in Finance and Accounting and 3 years working experience in finance, with at least 1 year in a supervisory/team leader capacity.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Good analytical skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail
- Leadership
Closing Date: 26 July 2023
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Introduction
Manica Group Namibia recently marked their 99th year footprint in the logistics industry, with our purpose focused on providing Simplified Cargo Movement solutions. As a critical link in this industry, we are committed to being quality conscious, transparent and results driven. Our people are committed, reliable and professional therefore being considered as one of our most valuable resources. Our culture of being respectful, appreciative, and fair undoubtedly contributes to our purpose of Simplified Cargo Movement. The Company currently has an opportunity for an experienced Accountant the position reports to the Finance Manager and is based in Walvis Bay. The accountant will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting function to trial balance level and responsible for ensuring accurate and complete reporting of figures to the Finance Manager and Business units. To maintain GL integrity and to ensure that reconciliations are accurate and completed timeously. Ensure proper controls, policies and procedures are adhered to.
Job description
- Monthly and year-end financial preparation and reporting of management accounts;
- Assisting with the annual preparation of budgets, forecasts and reporting on variances;
- Maintaining of systems and accounting practices;
- Monitoring compliance of internal controls;
- VAT reconciliations, reviews and returns;
- Cashbook entries and reconciliations;
- Cashflow forecasting;
- Completion of GL reconciliations and file;
- Controlling of fixed assets register;
- Review of creditors reconciliations and authorizing of payments;
- Various ad hoc accounting duties.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- BComm or other relevant degree;
- Completion of audit articles will be a distinct advantage;
- 5 Years’ experience as an accountant is essential;
- Experience in the logistics industry will be a distinct advantage;
- Computer literacy with sound knowledge of Acumatica and MS Office is essential;
- Thorough knowledge of the VAT Act;
- Fluency in English and Afrikaans.
- Namibian citizenship.
Closing Date: 20 July 2023
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Only shortlisted candidates with relevant supporting documents attached to their application will be contacted for interviews. Candidates from designated groups defined in the Affirmative Action Act (1998) are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities:
- Being accountable for the preparation of financial reports for specific financial services entities;.
- Providing technical assistance to business units and liaises with key stakeholders;
- Being responsible for the financial reporting and management reporting process, this includes ownership of the annual year-end and interim reporting process;
- Analysing financial records such as income and expenditure and profitability trends;
- Assisting in and preparation of board reporting submissions;
- Being responsible for driving business planning and forecasting processes across a number of areas;
- Reviewing and monitoring of key account reconciliations across a number of areas;
- Tax planning, reporting and compliance across all tax types;
- Risk and Compliance reporting;
- Ensuring compliance with accounting standards at a group level;
- Guiding systems and process development and ongoing improvements; and
- Integrating accounting, actuarial and tax knowledge in terms of analysis and interpretation of technical issues;
- Being responsible for cash management, monitoring and reporting;
- Ensuring processes, policies and practices are in place to drive business strategic objectives and contributing to finance strategy;
- Managing of finance staff.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Namibian Citizen.
- 10 years Finance Management experience;
- Registered Chartered Accountant;
- Must have operated in financial services and preferably Insurance; and
- Must have senior level experience in the management of people;
- IFRS17 experience will be advantageous.
Closing Date: 07 July 2023
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Description
Purpose of the Job
Executes sales of all local market and value added products and builds strong relationships with customers to expand Meatco’s market share and generate maximum returns for the corporation.
Key Performance Areas
- Take product orders from customers telephonically and by e-mail.
- Manage prospects and acquire new business through cold-calls and networking.
- Log orders into the system and prepare and send quotations/proforma invoices to customers.
- Resolve, log and/or escalate customer complaints.
- Process invoices, trip sheets, and debtor/COD applications.
- Update and maintain customer email list and periodically distribute price list.
- Complete documentation necessary for imported products.
- Set and meet sales targets and other performance objectives.
- Liaise with Stock Supervisor regarding stock levels and product types.
- Liaise with Production Superintendent and Sales Representatives to fulfill deliveries of customer orders.
- Advise on and implement promotional campaigns.
- Report on sales and contribute to budgeting processes.
Competency and Skill Requirements
- Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification.
- Two (2) years’ experience, preferably in the FMCG/similar industries
- Knowledge of X3 will be an added advantage.
- Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes.
- Team player and customer oriented.
- Strong analytical skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literate (MS-Office, Word and Excel).
- Good knowledge of administration and clerical procedures.
To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter to: mrecruitment@meatco.com.na
Closing date: 04 July 2023
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To provide management with accurate and timely information, advice on the interpretation of information relating to financial and business management, and to support the company in reaching financial, and non-financial goals.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Investigate, Analyze, and report on possible ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness throughout the business.
- Analyze operational variances and keep track of variable cost against the budget and/or forecast and advise accordingly.
- Conduct feasibility studies and present recommendations. Perform tracking of investments after implementation.
- Manage, Monitor, and influence the process of cost control for entire business, by guiding and advising Cost Centre controllers on new budgeting techniques, efficient planning, and cost control.
- Control production variances of process orders and compare planned with actual costs, monitor valuation of inventory of finished products.
- Conduct internal audits, provide skills training to employees working on the systems, and administer accurate data management.
- Conduct impact assessment of pricing and sales volume fluctuations on profitability.
- Present monthly results, budgets, and profit forecasts to Management.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Degree in Management Accounting or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in production and/or manufacturing environment
- Experience or Exposure in the Fishing Industry will be an added advantage.
- Computer Literacy – MS Office & SAP (Added Advantage)
Closing Date: 28 June 2023
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Planning, organizing, controlling, and reporting on the financial activities such as procurement and utilization of funds of the business. Must continually seek to develop and improve the quality of reports and must have the capability to explain business performance to a senior audience.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Internal Control – building and maintaining process mechanisms that ensure the organization meets operational, financial and compliance objectives..
- Financial Resource Management – setting financial objectives and managing financial resources.
- Reporting – Oversee the month-end closing procedures to ensure timeous submission of all reports required.
- Financial Management – Oversee various financial functions by reviewing information received from the various functions, incorporating the information into reports that assists the business to make effective and efficient decisions.
- Manage financial information reporting – Prepare monthly business performance reports and assist in preparation of management accounting pack.
- Manage Insurance Portfolio.
- Management Cashflow.
- Tax Management – ensuring compliance.
- Financial compliance – enforce financial policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Qualified Chartered Accountant
- Minimum 5 years relevant Accounting/Finance experience in a senior related position.
- Experience/Exposure in a fishing industry will be an added advantage.
Closing Date: 30 June 2023
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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Driven by our purpose, to execute the O&L Leisure loss prevention strategy, high-level security management plans, providing investigative, incident management and shrink/loss mitigation services throughout O&L Leisure’s operations.
Oversee activities relating to theft, vandalism, damage and fraudulent occurrences, by risk identification/ assessment, security operations & access control.
Management of external security service providers, Law and Order enforcement authorities liaison, functional budget and forecast preparation, and the development and review of stock loss control internal procedures, to avert financial loss.
KEY ACOUNTABILITIES:
- Loss Prevention Management Strategy Development and Implementation.
- Drive, coordinate and monitor the implementation of action plans as identified through risk assessments, audits, inspections, and investigations.
- Facilitate the conducting of internal audits to measure compliance with Security standards.
- Provide technical specialist support and advice on technical installations including intruder detection and video surveillance capabilities.
- Flag high-magnitude fraud suspicions and recommend an investigation to Group Risk
- Perform risk assessments on physical security and develop action plans for rectification and continuous improvement.
- Conduct regular field inspections to verify the site is being operated in compliance with Security Standards, best practices, company policy and procedures.
- Manage security controls & procedures at Critical Control Points.
- Manage security-related incidents and or possible risks.
- Investigate suspicious activities & non-procedural incidents.
- Audit and investigates sources of known losses.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Degree in security operations or equivalent
- 10 Years’ Experience in Security Management
- Security Investigation Experience
- Computer literate – MS Office suite
- Working knowledge of surveillance camera controls
- Investigative experience in incidents/accidents.
- Risk management experiences such as risk assessments, investigations, control identification and stakeholder management would be an added advantage
Closing Date: 12 June 2023
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WHAT WILL YOU DO:
- Timeous Collection of overdue amounts to reach collection targets and reduce bad debts.Provide excellent Customer Service at all times.
- Ensure accurate customer accounts and credit availability at all times.
- Reconcile Debtors Account and resolve query issues within limits of authority.
- Action journals according to the set credit control procedures to minimize risk.
- Check and complete applications for accuracy and completeness.
- Conduct interviews and do credit vetting.
- Draft and facilitate cessions as well as monitor accounts and tracking payments.
- Drafting and facilitating of the Direct Payment Agreements between various parties.
- Administer the Site Inspection Check List and liaise with Branch Managers.
- Ensure customer accounts are utilized for intended purposes and in accordance with set Agreements.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKINF FOR:
- An honest individual with strong moral principles.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A good listener that can negotiate winning solutions.
- Analytical mind that pays great attention to detail.
- Deadline driven with good numerical and administrative skills.
- Someone who is emotionally mature and able to work under a lot of pressure.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have completed Grade 11 (New Curriculum) or Grade 12 (NSSC-O) with 22 marks.
- Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Finance or Administration.
- Minimum 3 years Credit Control, Debtors experience.
- Knowledge of Administration and Secretarial duties.
- Must be computer literate with advanced MS Excel and Record Keeping skills.
Closing Date: 22 May 2023
We value diversity and encourage applications from all designated groups. Preference will be given to Namibian citizens.
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Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification
POSITION: ACCOUNTANT (D1)
Purpose of the Job
To control and coordinate the financial processes required including monitoring of debtors, creditors, assets and cash flow in order to support the Finance department.
Key Performance Areas
- Prepare monthly journals and provisions. Maintain assets register and capitalise projects.
- Prepare monthly nominal reconciliations.
- Check monthly bank reconciliations.
- Reconcile debtors and producer capital statements.
- Coordinates monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities.
- Assist with budget and forecasting process.
- Oversees, directs and reviews the work of the accounting staff.
- Coordinate and prepare audit files and attend to audit related queries.
- Initiate and implement proposed corrective actions.
- Review VAT and similar returns and ensure compliance with VAT/Tax Act.
- Maintain internal controls.
Competency and Skill Requirements
- A Bachelor degree in Accounting / Finance or equivalent. Five (5) years’ applied experience.
- Experience in preparation of management reports.
- Must be able to control budgets and ensure cost effectiveness.
- Excellent time management and operational skills.
- Detail orientated and be able to implement procedures.
- Good interpersonal, communication, and people management skills.
- Computer literacy (Excel, Word and experience of any financial system).
To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter to: mrecruitment@meatco.com.na
Closing date: 24 May 2023