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Management Reporting Analyst

Immediate Superior: Management Reporting Manager
Location: Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Function: Finance
Sub Function: Accounting & Reporting
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 118931
Closing Date: 03/09/2024

Purpose:

Responsible for financial reporting in Heineken Beverages and assistance with statutory reporting. Compile and assist to develop insightful reports and analysis to be used by senior leadership. Support the reporting function and wider business community with information requests. Ensure integrity in reporting, systems and build trust with all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure integrity in financial results used for strategic decision making
Keep reconciliations up to date for all the reporting models (South Africa, International, South Africa and International combined, NBL, CVH, legacy Distell, Heineken Beverages Group) both for management reporting and recon to BPC (used for statutory reporting), CIL and suggest improvements
CIL submissions and support
SAP controls and checks
Calculate and prepare group level monthly journals
Build trust in the corporate finance function throughout the business through data and analysis integrity
Ensure a smooth reporting process each month to internal and external stakeholders (both EUR and ZAR) through

monthly advance planning and communication of deadlines and requirements to stakeholders
updating and maintaining the corporate calendar and communication of changes
consistent delivery of all results on time (in full) and at the required quality
the performing of reconciliations between different reporting platforms
suggestions to improve and automate reporting workbooks and platforms
working with a sense of urgency
Responsible for various reporting outputs at different levels for different stakeholders

Business performance reviews (BPR)
Heineken Beverages Board
Heineken Beverages SA Board
Internal Management Team (MT) reporting and analysis at various levels (South Africa and International consolidated or stand alone)
Remgro reporting both secretarial and financial departments
Support Remgro Cognos submissions as required
Remgro CEO reports
Assist with ad hoc inquiries and analytics

the conducting of analytical reviews of performance, detail investigations and the identifying of areas for investigation
identifying the change required from investigations to improve outcomes
by engaging with others to obtain information
through regular involvement in ad hoc projects and investigations
assist with specifications for creating dashboards and testing of dashboards
provisions and accruals required from management team or ad hoc
Troubleshooting: Quality check and assist with identification of potential issues proactively
Statutory reporting:

Responsible to ensure that additional deadlines for interim and year-end reporting requirements are met
Assist with ad hoc requests, including IFRS
Ensuring integrity used between statutory reporting and other reporting
Reconciliations between statutory reporting and other reporting

Provide a high standard of customer service to all internal, external customers and work partners
Build and maintain constructive working relationships with customers, suppliers and other relevant stakeholders
Continuous development and optimisation of reporting and processes to provide meaningful financial information to assist in decision making
Get involved in the system workings and assist with continuous enhancements and automation of reporting datasets and packs.

Education & Experience:

Qualified Chartered Accountant CA(SA)
At least 2-3 years post article experience
Knowledge of SAP, SAP BW, SAP BPC and Analysis for Office would be advantageous
Extensive Microsoft Excel skills
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in fast paced environment
Able to support multiple work streams within the month end close
Work in cross-functional teams and in a multi-national company with Global requirements
Take on broader roles in the finance organization
Builds collaborative relationship and networks – People and relationship building centric. Develops internal/external relationships with an Organisation focus, to resolve both short-term issues and advance longer-term projects/work.
Attention to detail is crucial
Deadline driven with a sense of urgency
Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential.
Self-starter, the ability to work independently and under pressure.
Personal effectiveness & excellence – Display an iterative learning mentality. Actively seeks out opportunities to learn and develop, and promotes learning and development in others.
Resilience – Remains determined despite frequent obstacles. Possess high levels of EQ
Creative – The ability to use imagination and new ideas to produce solutions.
Entrepreneurial – The ability to think ahead to spot or create opportunities and maximize them,
Engagement skills – Communicates persuasively and confidently to influence and negotiate positive outcomes. Ability to use storytelling to effectively inspire stakeholders to implement the proposed actions/ solutions.

Admin Controller

Key Resposibilities:

Be a co-pilot to Site Production teams in decision making through solicited and unsolicited advice based on financial analysis and in-depth knowledge of business operations.
Support the business planning cycle of the Site (Strategic Plan, Annual Plan and Latest Estimates).
Prepare and critically analyse monthly results and deliver timely management reports which include commentaries, KPIs, graphs, internal/external insights and/or benchmarks.
Manage and assess business unit performance against standards including: OEE, O/T, costing standards, Routing on SAP and recommend performance improvement or standards adjustment
Analyse and report on weekly and monthly production order variances, provide early warnings on deviations, advise on corrective/mitigating actions; review loss trends; ensure that the production Bill of Materials are correct and up to date.
Ensure reliability & integrity of accounting records (accounts and cost centres) and financial information (P&L and balance sheet) through regular controls and financial awareness of functions.
Ensure short-term interval controls are effective. Continuously review site financial control processes and identify possible risk. Propose and implement solutions/controls to strengthen control environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Perform monthly audits to ensure adherence to internal control principles and assist in stock verification as and when required.
Support business unit to ensure adherence to financial control policies (financial, IT and materials) and procedures and good corporate governance principles & practices.
Adhere to Excise policies and procedures and ensure documentation and administration is suitably maintained.
Ensure adherence and provide necessary support to the capital expenditure process as well as ensuring validity and accuracy of the asset register.
Involved in stock management and assist with stock takes, identification of slow moving and obsolete stock. Escalate to management team any stock risks.
Participate in cross site audits and stock takes.

Work Experience:

BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification completed.
CIMA/ BCom Accounting honours advantages.
Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the area of Management Accounting and/or Controlling, ideally in Supply Chain. FMCG experience advantageous.
Intellectual curiosity and ability to search out facts without prior process/guidance.
Passion for delivering result, take ownership and translating insights into concise practical plans.
Strong interpersonal/communication/influencing skills to challenge and win support and drive decision making.
Excellent team player with strong oral and written communication skills.
High level of cross functional cooperation: effectively partnering with various teams.
Ability to work independently and under pressure.
Drive for improvements and changes.
Sound knowledge of MS office and SAP with specific importance to manufacturing.

Finance Analyst

Immediate Superior: Planning & Analysis Manager
Job Grade: 15
Location: Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Function: Finance
Sub Function: Finance International
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 106738
Closing Date: 03/09/2024

Purpose of the job:

Strive to be a trusted finance business partner for several functions and individuals within Heineken Beverages International. Gain insight into operational detail of the business with the objective to add value through:

• Planning and forecasting

• Bespoke reporting

• Financial analysis and modelling

• Making and implementation of recommendations

Key responsibilities:

Conceptualize operations in Excel models with the ability to forecast results.

Support governance cycle (Strategic Plan/Annual Plan/Rolling Forecasts).

Efficient, effective and accessible Internal monthly and ad hoc reporting.

CIL and other Group reporting.

Management of capital expenditure.

Identify and implement initiatives to simplify/automate business processes.

Assist with development of business cases.

Education:

Tertiary Commercial/ Financial qualification

Experience:

5+ Years of relevant financial experience
Advanced Excel Skills.
Strong analytical abilities.
Solid grasp of ERPs and reporting tools.
Experience in multinational environment with multiple entities and various ownership models.
Full understanding of value chains (source to consumer).
Production exposure with knowledge of costing methodologies.
Self-starter.
Goal orientated and deadline driven.
Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment.
Inquisitive and capable of building networks to source information.

Supply Chain Analyst

Immediate Superior: Financial Manager
Location: Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)
Function: Finance – Business Control Supply Chain
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 97343
Closing Date: 12/07/2024

Be a first-class business partner for the Site teams by generating and collating financial data, ensure integrity of financial data. Identify and access performance and risks and take or recommend business decisions and actions for the relevant business unit to assist and enable fact-based decision making and product and operating cost management.

Be the guardian of HEINEKEN assets and reputation through improved financial controls, managed financial risks and clear & transparent information on business performance.

Key responsibilities

Be a co-pilot to Site teams in decision making through solicited and unsolicited advice based on financial analysis and in-depth knowledge of business operations.
Support the business planning cycle of the Site (Strategic Plan, Annual Plan and Latest Estimates).
Prepare and critically analyse monthly results and deliver timely management reports which include commentaries, KPIs, graphs, internal/external insights and/or benchmarks.
Manage and assess business unit performance against standards including: OEE, O/T, costing standards, Routing on SAP and recommend performance improvement or standards adjustment.
Analyse and report on weekly and monthly production order variances, provide early warnings on deviations, advise on corrective/mitigating actions; review loss trends; ensure that the production Bill of Materials are correct and up to date.
Ensure reliability & integrity of accounting records (accounts and cost centres) and financial information (P&L and balance sheet) through regular controls and financial awareness of functions.
Ensure short-term interval controls are effective. Continuously review site financial control processes and identify possible risk. Propose and implement solutions/controls to strengthen control environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Perform monthly audits to ensure adherence to internal control principles and assist in stock verification as and when required.
Support business units to ensure adherence to financial control policies (financial, IT and materials) and procedures and good corporate governance principles & practices.
Complete and submit Excise Accounts. Adhere to Excise policies and procedures and ensure documentation and administration is suitably maintained.
Ensure adherence and provide necessary support to the capital expenditure process as well as ensuring validity and accuracy of the asset register.
Involved in stock management and assist with stock takes, identification of slow moving and obsolete stock. Escalate to management team any stock risks.
Participate in cross site audits and stock takes.
Develop level 2 & 3 management financial competencies / capability in business unit.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification completed.
CIMA/ BCom Accounting honours advantages.
Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the area of Management Accounting and/or Controlling, ideally in Supply Chain. FMCG experience advantageous.
Intellectual curiosity and ability to search out facts without prior process/guidance.
Passion for delivering result, take ownership and translating insights into concise practical plans.
Strong interpersonal/communication/influencing skills to challenge and win support and drive decision making.
Excellent team player with strong oral and written communication skills.
High level of cross functional cooperation: effectively partnering with various teams.
Ability to work independently and under pressure.
Drive for improvements and changes.
Sound knowledge of MS office and SAP with specific importance to manufacturing.
Ability to prepare simple/medium complexity business cases and models.

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

Revenue & Margin Growth (RMG) Strategy Manager

Location: Stellenbosch
Function: Finance – RMG
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 100061
Closing Date: 10/09/2024

Highly skilled and versatile Revenue Management Expert who is responsible for driving revenue growth and improving operating margin through effective pricing strategy, mix and margin management, promotional effectiveness, trade terms management, pricing execution, and price compliance. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing revenue management initiatives to support our overall business strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Pricing Strategy

Develop and implement pricing strategies that optimise sustainable revenue and profitability across various product lines and customer segments.
Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and consumer and customer behaviour to identify opportunities and adjust pricing accordingly.
Lead the use of advanced RMG tools and analytics (e.g. choice-based conjoint) to ensure pricing strategy is supported by sound data and insights.

Mix and Margin Management

Analyse product mix and margin performance to identify areas for improvement (ensuring a full value chain assessment of different categories and the full P&L impact of pack, product and category mix).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, and product management to optimize product offerings and maximise margin potential.

Promotional Effectiveness

Evaluate the effectiveness of promotional activities and campaigns in driving revenue and profitability.
Recommend strategies to enhance promotional effectiveness (at a granular SKU, regional, channel and account level) and align them with overall business objectives.

Trade Terms Management

Manage trade terms and discount structures to ensure profitability while maintaining strong relationships with key customers, and remaining cognisant of key interactions such as RTC strategy.
Collaborate with sales teams to negotiate favourable terms and resolve pricing-related issues.

Pricing Execution and Compliance

Ensure accurate and timely implementation of pricing strategies. Monitor pricing compliance across channels and markets, identifying and addressing any deviations or violations, and sharing best practice across regions and channels to consistently improve price compliance.

Agile Approach

Be adaptable and agile in adjusting revenue management strategies based on changing market conditions, seasonal demands, and shifting business priorities.
Proactively identify emerging trends and opportunities to stay ahead of the competition.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, sales, marketing, and operations, to align revenue management strategies with overall business goals.
Foster strong relationships and facilitate collaboration to drive revenue growth and operating margin improvement.

Performance Analysis

Conduct regular performance analysis to measure the effectiveness of revenue management initiatives. Utilise data-driven insights to identify areas of improvement and make recommendations for optimization.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field
Advanced degree or post-grad qualification preferred
5-10 years proven experience in revenue management, pricing strategy, and margin optimization
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights
Excellent understanding of market dynamics, pricing methodologies, and revenue management best practices
Proficient in using revenue management software and tools
Strong business and financial acumen and the ability to align revenue management strategies with overall business objectives
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving revenue growth and improving operating margin

Reporting Manager

Immediate Superior: Record to Report Manager
Location: Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Function: Finance
Sub Function: Accounting and Reporting
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 113057
Closing Date: 10/09/2024

Purpose:

To support the Manager: Record to Report with a wide range of objectives and responsibilities.

The role’s focus will be to ensure that the accounting records of the Group is maintained accurately and timely and to provide a service to key reporting stakeholders within the Group. The role will manage a team of Controllers and Accountants.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that the transactional reporting of the organisation is executed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Develop and maintain best practice processes within the team to meet objectives.
- Define the correct treatment per IFRS and Global Accounting guidelines.
- Advise on the Accounting Process to be followed. GL accounts to be used, trading partner compliance and movement type compliance.
- Monitor the adherence to the set policy and process.
Explore and drive continuous improvements within the department.
Supporting the Manager: Record to Report with the wider Global Accounting and Reporting requirements
Manage the Intercompany process within the Group
- Establish policy and procedures in compliance with Global guidelines (HeiMatch)
- Establish monitoring and reconciliation processes and reports
- Monitor compliance with set policy and procedures
- Manage the dispute process
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Manage the Relationship between the central shared service (this role) and the key customers within the wider Group.

Education & Experience:

Formal Education
Minimum requirement of CA(SA) accreditation and has completed articles at major auditing firm.
Managerial experience

Project management experience would be advantageous
Fully computer literate in SAP and MS Office (advanced Excel skills)
Good communication skills, both verbally and written
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Must be innovative and self-driven
Attention to detail and analytical abilities are essential
Demonstrates proficiency in the following Functional competencies

Customer service – Understand how personal performance contributes to customer satisfaction/expectation.
Financial and Accounting reporting – Good working knowledge of financial principles and the ability to apply and interpret data
Management Information Systems – Knowledge of various management information systems and sources. The ability to access this information and to apply and interpret management information in decision-making
Talent management – Intermediate understanding of how to apply talent principles in a diverse environment
Commercial fluency – Leads and applies commercial principles and procedures to drive business value and regular corrective actions
Demonstrates proficiency in the following Behavioural competencies:
Commercial Acumen – Balance long and short-term business value generation through the regular application of integrated commercial principles across the board in order to take ownership and drive course corrective actions with rigour
Personal effectiveness & excellence – Display an iterative learning mentality. Actively seeks out opportunities to learn and develop, and promotes learning and development in others
Resilience – Remains determined despite frequent obstacles. Possess high levels of EQ
Creative – The ability to use imagination and new ideas to produce solutions
Entrepreneurial – The ability to think ahead to spot or create opportunities and maximize them
Builds collaborative relationship and networks – People and relationship building centric. Develops internal/external relationships with an Organisation focus, to resolve both short-term issues and advance longer-term projects/work
Engagement skills – Communicates persuasively and confidently to influence and negotiate positive outcomes.
Leading change – Involves, supports and motivates others in finding improved ways of working. Manages change projects. This includes the ability to inspire and motivate the team towards a common vision and to challenge the status quo and drive change in the business environment
Leads a team of individuals through agile ways of working and enable the best business outcome through integration of best skills for the job and flexible work package assignments
Challenging – The ability to challenge the status quo and drive change in a business environment
Responsible & Accountable – The ability to work in a way that considers its impact on other people, organisational goals and the wider environment.
3 – 5 years’ experience as a lead with the financial reporting function
Managerial experience – team size up to 5
Fully computer literate in SAP and MS Office (advanced Excel skills)
Experience in financial reporting software packages, SAP BPC and Wdesk will be beneficial