Accountant

Are you ready to advance your finance career? Join a reputable and expanding company with a diverse property portfolio based in Pretoria. They are seeking a motivated Financial Accountant to support the Financial Manager and play a key role in driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and compliance across multiple business units.

As the Financial Accountant , you will oversee and manage the financial operations of both a restaurant and convenience store division. This is a hands-on position that requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to optimizing financial processes and profitability in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Financial Reporting : Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Month-End Close : Manage all month-end activities, including reconciliations (sales, stock, creditors, cash, and debtors).
• VAT & Tax Compliance : Ensure proper VAT allocation and adherence to all applicable tax regulations.
• Creditors & Debtors Management : Oversee creditor reconciliations, payments, and queries; and manage debtor reconciliations and sales adjustments.
• Cash Flow Oversight : Monitor the petty cash and daily cash-ups, and ensure optimal liquidity for operations.
• Profitability Analysis & Cost Control : Evaluate financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve margins, and optimize pricing strategies.
• Inventory & Stock Management : Implement effective stock controls to minimize wastage and manage product expiries.
• Wastage Control : Maintain precise recipe costing and improve inventory systems to reduce financial loss.
• Staff Supervision : Support team development, assist with payroll (in partnership with HR), and ensure labour law compliance.
• Customer Service & Operational Standards : Champion excellence in service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure that all financial activities comply with the relevant laws, policies, and internal controls.

Job Experience and Skills Required :

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