Senior Specialist Commercial
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Job Location:
Thabazimbi - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The role is accountable for remaining up to date with key performance and financial matters at the operations and for developing a deep understanding of the KPIs and cost drivers that impact business performance.
Safety
- Create a safety culture through productive and authorised operational systems/processes that allow all employees (including contracting partners) to provide their output in a risk-controlled environment. Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
Performance and Delivery
- Design implement and maintain financial systems required to support operational needs.
- Standardize financial reporting and ensure consistent implementation of processes across the operation.
- Assist in the design and implementation of new management information systems to enhance financial performance and reporting.
- Develop and set up financial projects aligned with operational and strategic objectives.
- Prepare and manage financial expenditure within agreed parameters and budgetary guidelines.
- Produce monthly management reports highlighting key issues value drivers and trend analysis.
- Prepare updated forecasts including sensitivity analysis and assess risks and opportunities impacting Valterra Platinums results.
- Provide timely and accurate analysis challenge assumptions and deliver insightful reviews of value drivers and performance reports (budgets forecasts and actuals).
- Continuously analyze operational and financial performance throughout the year anticipating and resolving issues proactively.
- Identify and evaluate the impact of operating anomalies adverse financial trends policy changes and reporting requirements on financial results.
- Monitor review and follow up on control and reporting issues ensuring adherence to Valterra Platinum policies and procedures.
- Apply and maintain cost accounting standards for the operation.
- Ensure financial practices comply with internal and external standards and regulatory requirements.
- Guide team members to operate within agreed financial parameters and procedures.
- Manage exceptional re-allocation of labour and/or working hours within the team when required.
- Adjust plans and schedules to minimize the impact of unexpected challenges on financial outcomes.
- Liaise effectively with key business contacts and build strong working relationships across functions.
- Participate in Valterra Platinum-led performance and diagnostic reviews providing supporting analysis to Corporate Finance Investor Relations Operations Optimization and Taxation.
- Share and reapply best practices in financial planning processes including budgeting forecasting scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.
Qualifications :
- Grade 12
- Postgraduate qualification in Business Accounting Finance or Economics.
One or more of the following Professional Certifications will be an added advantage:
- CA (SA) Chartered Accountant (South Africa)
- CIMA Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
- CFA Chartered Financial Analyst
Experience & Skills
- 3 - 7 years experience finance experience of which at least 1- 2 years management experience
- Accounts Administration system
- Proficient knowledge of financial accounting and reporting
- Proficient knowledge and experience in Financial Management systems including SAP
Additional Information :
What We Offer
At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.
We offer:
- Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
- Market-aligned reward and recognition.
- Opportunities for learning development and progression.
- A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
- A clear commitment to safe Operations.
Inclusion and Diversity
Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender-based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.
Closing Date: 23 January 2025
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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