Financial Accountant

Zutari : Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

You will be responsible for the financial accounting function transactions processing of the allocated countries in the portfolio in accordance with IFRS, IAS, and relevant GAAP for the respective countries. General Ledger reconciliations form multiple companies and currencies. Tax, VAT, Reverse VAT, Withholding Tax calculations, submissions and reconciliations. Filing payroll and benefits (National Health Insurance, Pension Fund contributions, UIF etc.) and ensuring reconciliation and compliance. Vendor payments, cash flow forecasting, journals and journal adjustments, provisions and accruals, and other ad hoc duties in support of the Finance Team.

Role Responsibilities

• Tax submissions & Reconciliations (VAT, WHT, Payroll Taxes)

VAT / Reverse VAT – Calculate and reconcile VAT and submit for approval by Tax Manager

Reconcile General Ledger Accounts (Income statement and Balance Sheet)

Collection and compiling of information from Country Manager and accounting records to accurately forecast cash flow requirements

Ensure monthly payments and recon lists are done and submitted to service providers for Medical Aid funds, Provident Fund etc.

Matric

B.Com Accounting Degree

5 years work experience

Skills and characteristics

Accounting software packages for SMME or large entities

Academic Accounting Qualification NQF 6 or equivalent or relevant work experience

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups in South Africa.

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