September 13, 2024

Ackermans

Blackheath

Profit & Rebate Analyst

The successful candidate will report directly to the Accountant: Reporting analyst and will be part of a structured Finance team.
We're a fully in-office team. This role is based at our Support Centre in Kuils River, Cape Town.

JOB PURPOSE
This role is responsible for:
Rebates

Accurate and timely processing
Monitoring and reporting of supplier rebates, other promotions and related projects
Analysis of product line profitability and provide advice on different rebate/gross margin structures to optimize value for our customer and the business

Royalties

Calculating and administering royalty payments to applicable trade suppliers
Timely and accurate reporting of royalties to licensors
Ensuring that all license agreements are properly updated and maintained
Facilitating licensee audits

Business partnering

Compiling monthly financial reports for Support Centre expenses relating to Buying & Planning
Managing the invoice processing and associated reconciliations relating to buying agents
Co-ordinating the resolution of product recalls through cross functional engagement

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED

Essential:

Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience within a similar role

Experience in analysis, process and report validation

Preferred:

Experience within a retail, finance or planning environment

SKILLS required:

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Problem solving

Strong analytical skills

Detail oriented and organized in work

Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills with customer and supplier focus

Think critically and work to improve efficiency

Flexible and enthusiastic
The ability to:

Meet assigned deadlines
Work independently as well as within a team
Reconcile problematic accounts

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Essential:

Degree or Diploma in Finance / Accounting

Preferred:

Postgraduate qualification in Finance / Accounting

JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE

KNOWLEDGE required:

Knowledge of Supplier rebates
Knowledge of financial systems and processes within retail
Knowledge of implementing and improving finance processes
An understanding of FMCG supplier agreements
Knowledge of and understanding the relationship between sales, volume, gross profit and rebates