Finance Generalist Manager South Africa

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Role

The main purpose of this role is to Manage and monitor the financial and fiscal activities of the Cluster and supervise the Internal Control.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements in compliance with IFRS and company policies.

• Review income tax, deferred tax, and VAT calculations.
• Perform IFRS-specific validations (IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16).
• Ensure adherence to approved company financial policies and procedures.
• Monitor and implement procedures to achieve finance KPIs.
• Oversee internal controls and risk management processes.
• Manage and coordinate internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support annual budgeting and planning processes within agreed timelines.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Liaise with local and branch tax authorities.
• Oversee statutory obligations and respond to tax queries.
• Oversee debtors’ function to ensure KPIs are met.
• Review and monitor customer ageing in line with group processes.
• Lead resolution of disputed key customer accounts and conduct meetings with key accounts.
• Support annual credit account review process.
• Oversee and manage Treasury Accountant, including cash flow forecasting and monthly cash repatriation.
• Working with AP manager to assist with Prepayment’s and RFI clearance
• Oversee and manage the functions of the GL Accountant
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly with GBS
• Perform payroll reconciliations and journals.
• Coordinate with GBS and Ficom Finance teams, addressing queries and monitoring processes.
• Identify and drive systems and process enhancements.
• Partner with key business departments to support operational and strategic goals.
  
  

Skills and Qualifications

• Minium: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (3rd year major in Accounting)
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including management of Treasury, AP, and GL functions.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local tax regulations.
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and audit management.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and MS Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Personal Attributes

• Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrates high standards of honesty and confidentiality in all financial dealings.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy and precision in financial reporting and reconciliations.

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Leadership & Influence: Inspires and motivates teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions under pressure.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication Skills: Articulates financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Strategic Mindset: Aligns financial decisions with broader business objectives.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !