Commercial Finance Manager - Woodmead

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Company DescriptionWe are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversi?ed by geography, product and manufacturing capability.Aspen is a dynamic organisation built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At aspen, not only do we source for the best talent but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.The Group’s key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.OBJECTIVE:Execute the SA Commercial Finance Functions with direct responsibility for preparing, analysing and submitting accurate, useful financial reports to key stakeholders in the business on time and in full. The role supports decision making in line with company’s strategic objectives with a focus on maximising profitability.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESRESPONSIBILITIES

Month-end Close and Reporting:

Analysis, Reporting and Management of:

Sales (including discounts, dealing and rebates), COGS and Gross Profit
Operating Expenses
Accruals and Provisions including applicable balance sheet reconciliation and management
Journal preparation and posting
Analysing and explaining all variances to Budget, Forecast and Prior Year by (where appropriate):

Brand
Customer
Division etc.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Annual Budget, Five Year Plan and Quarterly Forecast Processes
Facilitate Budget, Forecast & Five-Year model processes
Prepare and maintain calculation templates including loading and analysing calculated values (e.g. Log Fees, Distribution Fees, Trade Expenditure)
Price, volume mix analysis
Detailed review analysis and explanation of all Income Statement lines
Insightful reporting on variances
Input into Budget presentation pack
Address queries timeously

Projects and Business Partnering:

Ad Hoc tasks to be performed in line:

with applicable policies and levels of
authority
Pricing

Selling prices
Discounts & Dealing
COGS
Review and critically analyse New Product Launch P&L statements with reference to marketing plans and other input from the business
Facilitate robust Brand Plan processes including template development, maintenance and management by working closely with appropriate stakeholders
Supporting the Business Heads and their teams in preparing for quarterly brand and performance reviews by providing templates, information, and meaningful analysis.
Provide day to day financial support and training to the business
Address ad-hoc queries (including Internal and External Audit requirements)
Perform ROI analysis
Review and sign off Commission calculations
Projects as assigned
Perform designated approval function in line with approvals framework
Identifying and documenting risks and opportunities
Third party reporting in line with contractual requirements
Process flow improvements
Ensuring transactions are accounted for in line with IFRS
Ensuring adequate financial controls are designed and implemented for the respective business units
Ensuring that reports are balanced between systems and supporting documents
Review, approve and update SOPs from a financial control perspective

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Matric / Grade 12
CA(SA) or ACMA CGMA
At least 3 years working experience in a finance environment (audit or otherwise)
Commercial, post articles experience preferred
Prior experience in the interpretation and use of accounting standards and the Companies Act
Pharmaceutical/FMCG industry and Commercial Finance experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE:

Management Accounting & Analysis
Financial Accounting (IFRS)
Companies Act
MS Office
Advanced Excel (Financial Modelling preferred)
Master Data principles
Scenario analysis
ERP System (SAP advantageous)

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Effective planning, organising and co-ordinating skills to prioritise tasks, manage projects and deliver high quality work under pressure
Highly numerate
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Logical reasoning
Results driven
Problem solving and decision making
Commercial and strategic awareness
Independent and self-directed individual who can drive execution;
Effective interpersonal skills and able to influence people and decisions
Clear written and verbal communication

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and suitably qualified job applicants are invited to submit their CV online on or before the 9 September 2025. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups through a fair recruitment and selection process in accordance with laws governing employment equity, where such laws are applicable to Aspen.

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