Company : GSK
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing date: 24 January 2024
As a Finance Analyst you will be responsible for supporting the South Africa Finance function by preparing monthly journals, reconciliations and SG&A accounts. You will also participate in ad-hoc activities supporting the Finance Director & SA operating business units. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career.
The salary offered for this position is a fixed amount of R 15, 000 monthly plus an annual bonus (targeted at 12% of annual salary). This roll is for a 1 year contract with a potential 1 year extension.
Responsibilities:
These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Month end close activities including preparing journals, reports and reconciliations
- Performing and evaluating the performance of financial controls
- Monitoring and reporting on the outcome of all SA finance controls
- Actual vs Budget variance analysis and business partnering for commercial units
- Preparing headcount and SG&A commentary for senior managers
- Headcount reporting and budgeting
- Government document submissions following annual sales price benchmarking
- Managing 3rd party insurance policies and processes
- Ad-hoc support for Finance Director & Finance Business Partner
- Support the Finance Director in contributions to the development and delivery of strategic objectives of defined projects
- Drive continuous improvement in processes and partnering, enhancing efficiencies and supporting senior management
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in: Accounting, Finance, Economics OR previous working experience in an Accounting role
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
- Proficient in basic data analysis
- Proficient in Excel
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Understanding of finance compliance & controls
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people