Management Accountant- South Africa

Role - Management Accountant

About the Business

Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) is one of the world's largest travel retailers and corporate travel managers. The company, which is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia has company-owned leisure and corporate travel business in 23 countries, spanning Australia, New Zealand, the Americas, Europe, the United Kingdom, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and Asia. FCTG also operates a global corporate travel management network, which extends to more than 90 countries through company-owned businesses and independent licensees. The company opened its first leisure travel shop in Sydney, Australia in 1982 and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in 1995.  Our purpose is to "open up the world for those who want to see". Every day, we give people all around the world the opportunity to experience something really amazing - travel!

To learn more about Flight Centre Travel Group please click HERE

About The Opportunity

The Management Accountant (MA) is responsible for driving finance strategy and efficiency to assist in developing the Corporate Brands within Flight Centre Travel Group. Specifically focusing on growing the business model toward long term profit improvement and sustainability. The MA needs to have a high level of attention to detail, as accuracy is essential in the role. The MA is responsible for Profit and Loss statements, preparation of area reports and reviews. Analysis and interpretation of monthly results and following up on significant variances are core skill sets which will ensure success in this role. Ensure compliance with company policies by applying the relevant accounting standards, maintaining the highest standard of financial control and ensuring that at all times Flight Centre Travel Group's minimum standards for financial systems and procedures are adhered to.

Primary duties and responsibilities (KRAs)

1. Reporting

Process all routine month end journal entries and perform all of the required month process in order to close off month end and report on company performance

Ensuring all internal and external reporting deadlines are met

Preparation of Monthly Handbooks as required by the corporate brands

Preparation of ad hoc reports as required by the business

Responsible for assisting with the preparation of yearly, half yearly audit packs

Preparation of client analysis reports (e.g. Trading Account Analysis, Client Profitability Reports)

Update and report the daily KPI to the business

2. Yearly Budgeting and Forecasting

Responsible for compiling budgets for each area of responsibility

Responsible for loading budgets into the system

Consistency and accuracy in the preparation of business estimate/forecast on a weekly basis 

3. Adhoc Reporting and Analysis

Financial analysis of monthly actual and forecast operational results

Monthly expense analysis vs. budgets; vs. estimates and providing feedback to the business on fluctuations and overspending

Assist Business Leaders with understanding the financial implications of business decisions through commercial awareness, preparation of ad hoc analysis and ongoing tracking of business performance

Provide appropriate levels of challenge to the business with the aim of protecting profits

Ad hoc commercial analysis as required

4. Business Support

Loading wages for the relevant employees in their area of responsibility

Daily supplier payments as needed

Reconciliation of spend on pre-paid cards, ensuring spend is in line with company expense policies and is supported by valid documentary evidence

Making sure that the expense policy is understood and being enforced where necessary

Have a good knowledge of the companies policies to be able to aid front end staff accordingly

Ensuring that business leaders adhere to financial policies

5. Financial Control

Improve and maintain financial control within the Corporate business and identify opportunities for efficiencies and reducing risk

Ensure business leaders are operating within financial minimum standards

Develop and maintain strong internal controls and business processes

Work with FC to address areas of concern identified by internal and external audit, ensuring that corrective action is taken where needed

Deployment of group finance policies across the business

Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring compliance with standards set by Group Financial Reporting and Compliance frameworks

6. Leadership and Development

Embrace an attitude for continual development and have a clear BOF plan within the company

Create and regularly review personal development plan

Identify simpler, smarter ways of carrying out responsibilities and challenge the status quo 

Experience & Qualifications

3-5 years' finance experience

1-2 years Management Accountant experience

Strong level of commercial acumen

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Track record of strong customer focus

Excel Intermediate / Advanced

Track record of strong oral & written communication & interpersonal skills

Track record of being accurate, deadline driven and detail oriented

Strong time management - flexible and able to balance multiple priorities

Systems experience: Protas (FCM and CT accounting package); GAS; SUN and Oracle (group reporting systems) 

Education and qualification:

Minimum Requirement: Completed or working towards a Business/Commerce/Accounting degree

Added Advantage: Completed accounting articles; Completed a post graduate Business/Commerce/Accounting degree

Work Perks! - What's in it for you:

FCTG is renowned internationally for having amazing perks and an even better culture.  We understand that our people are our most valuable asset. It is the passion and dedication of our teams that keep the company on top of the industry ladder. It's also why we offer some great employee benefits and perks outside the norm.

• Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a hybrid work structure that combines both remote and in-person work.
• Have fun: At the heart of everything we do at Flight Centre is a desire to have fun.
• Reward & Recognition: Celebrate the success of yourself and others at our regular Buzz Nights and at the annual Global Gathering - You'll have to experience it to believe it!
• Use your smarts: Our people use their quick thinking, expertise, and tenacity to always figure things out.
• Love for travel: We were founded by people who wanted to travel and want others to do the same. That passion is something you can't miss in our people or service.
• Personal connections: We are a big business founded on personal relationships.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Diversity Day: paid leave to observe holiday or cultural celebration of your choice 
  • Employee Resource Groups (Racial Equity, Gender Equity, LGBTQ2IA+, Accessibility, Environmental Justice)
  • Commitment to fair practices such as regular equity assessments and inclusive recruitment protocols
• A career, not a job: We offer genuine opportunities for people to grow and evolve
• We back our people all the way: We are strongly committed to supporting every single employee in their professional and personal development.
• Giving Back: Proud Corporate Social Responsibility program supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, volunteering and fundraising
  • Employee giving program
  • Office Environmental Program
  • 1 Volunteer Day per Calendar Year

Benefits Include:

• Travel perks/discounts
• Health & Wellness Programs and Employee Financial Wellness Services
• National/International Award Nights and Conferences
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Share Plan - Ability to purchase company stock on Australian Stock Exchange with partial company match, subject to terms and conditions
• Global career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses

Applications are NOW OPEN!

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