Accounting Manager- South Africa (temporary, Maternity Cover)

ferring.sg

South Africa
Not specified (assumed to be in-office due to the nature of the role).
7+ years finance experience
Ifrs and local fiscal regulations
Team leadership on- and offshore
Ferring Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Accounting Manager for a temporary maternity cover position in South Africa, responsible for managing local finances, forecasting, budgeting, and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should possess a master's degree in Finance or Economics, have at least 7 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for managing the finances on a country level in compliance with fiscal regulations and company policies.
  • Candidates must have a university master degree in Finance or Economics along with at least 7 years of experience in Finance.
  • Ferring Pharmaceuticals focuses on scientific advances in reproductive health and values diverse contributions to help people build families.

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Ferring Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Accounting Manager for a temporary maternity cover position in South Africa, responsible for managing local finances, forecasting, budgeting, and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should possess a master's degree in Finance or Economics, have at least 7 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years finance experience
  • IFRS and local fiscal regulations
  • Team leadership on- and offshore
  • Budgeting and financial forecasting
  • Month-end closing and reporting
  • Accounts payable and receivable management

Nice-to-have

  • Auditor experience preferred
  • Project and change management skills
  • Analytical mindset and self-starter
  • Stakeholder management capabilities
  • Decentralized finance structure experience

Key Requirements

  • Master degree in Finance or Economics
  • 7 years' experience in Finance
  • Professional business English proficiency
  • Local language proficiency required

Work Rights

Not specified

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