Accountant (FMCG) – Mutare Based

at Recruitment matters africa
Location Harare, Zimbabwe
Date Posted October 14, 2020
Category Accounting
Job Type Full-time
Currency ZWD

Description

Our Client is a reputable and established Construction Company and on their behalf we are looking for a reliable, organized Construction Foreman with excellent time management skills to manage construction sites and ensure that schedules are adhered to

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Our established Client within the Agri/Hort/FMCG/Distribution/Export Sector is looking for a qualified Accountant with 5 years’ relevant experience in an FMCG Account environment to be based in their Mutare branch reporting to the Finance Manager.

Job Purpose:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the above post, which has arisen in the Finance Department of our Client’s Eastern Highlands operation.
This position is Mutare based; incumbent will be expected to travel to Nyamagaya - Nyanga on a monthly basis
Reports to: Finance Manager
Major Functions/Accountabilities:
Timeous preparation of management accounts, keeping to strict and set deadlines.
Compilation of quarterly reports for presentation by management at board of director’s meetings.
Ensuring that a monthly toolkit file covering the preceding month is produced together with final management accounts on or before the 15th day of each month.
Maintenance of correct and reliable Accounting records to be used for decision making.
Maintenance of a strong internal control environment within the Company and ensuring that this is periodically reviewed and aligned to any changes in the environment.
Responsible for ensuring that basic bookkeeping procedures are adhered to that lead to an accurate nominal ledger, trial balance, accounts and other reports
Performance of capital investment appraisals on capex projects.
Ensuring that the company’s fixed assets are well accounted for in the books by maintaining accurate fixed asset registers and carrying out period asset verifications.
KPI Measure
Reporting Adherence to set time frames
Accuracy 100% reconciliation of accounts and queries fully cleared
Controls 100% adherence to Finance Standard Operating Procedures

Key Skills
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent ICT skills,
Analytical thinking & results focus,
Performance & Productivity Management,
Concern for order and quality,
Excellent supervisory, leadership and mentoring skills,
Knowledge of ERP systems,
Excellent presentation & technical skills,
Negotiation skills,
Conceptual thinking,
Strong business knowledge
Strong communication skills
Organized and able to work independently.
Computer proficiency:
Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Power Point and experience with Sage Evolution

  • Job Role: Accountant (FMCG) - Mutare Based
  • Industry: Accountancy / Finance
  • Salary: $ Negotiable

Required Skills

5 Years of Experience
Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in an FMCG Account environment and should have a proven track record of implementing strong internal controls at least 3 years at a senior level.
Qualifications:
The ideal applicant should possess the following minimum qualifications
Accounting degree or any related financial qualification.
Full ACCA/CIMA or studying towards a relevant professional qualification
Excellent supervisory, leadership and mentoring skills.

r an organized Construction Foreman with excellent time management skills to manage construction sites and ensure that schedules are adhered to. The Foreman would be working closely with property owners and tenants to gauge their needs and adjust work orders as needed.
To be successful as a Foreman you must have excellent leadership skills and experience with project management. A good Foreman can delegate tasks to workers to ensure that deadlines are met and safety standards are adhered to.
Foreman Responsibilities:
Create and maintain construction schedules.
Hire and manage staff.
Liaise with property owners and tenants.
Order materials as needed.
Ensure that projects remain within the allotted budget.
Ensure that safety protocols are followed.

Key Skills
Experience with construction.
Excellent project management skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Excellent leadership skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to focus and keep calm under pressure.
Ability to keep track of multiple projects.

  • Job Role: Construction Foreman
  • Industry: Construction / Civils / Architectural
  • Salary: $ Negotiable

Required Skills

4 Years of Experience
Qualifications
High school diploma or similar.
Bachelor's degree in Construction, Business, Management or Engineering preferable.
4 years' prior experience in a supervisory role required
Experience in the construction industry required.
Experience in a leadership role recommended.
Valid driver's license.

Additional Requirements

Construction Foreman
Construction
Construction Supervisor
Construction Manager
Foreman
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