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The Finance Work Experience Student (WES) will provide financial and administrative support to the Finance Department, while gaining practical experience within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. The role involves assisting with financial reporting, cost tracking, budget monitoring, reconciliations, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will support the Finance team in ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures, improving operational efficiencies, and contributing to the achievement of site financial objectives.
- Assist with daily financial administration and reporting activities.
- Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and reconciliations.
- Assist with monitoring operational expenditure against approved budgets.
- Support invoice processing, purchase order tracking, and payment reconciliations.
- Assist with cost analysis and identifying opportunities for cost optimisation.
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with stock-related financial reconciliations and inventory reporting.
- Support month-end financial closing activities.
- Ensure adherence to Tiger Brands' financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Provide general administrative support to the Finance team and assist with ad hoc financial projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- National Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting, or a related field.
- Candidates requiring practical workplace experience as part of their qualification are encouraged to apply.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- No previous work experience required.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines.
In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
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