Accountant

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POSITION INFO:
Overview: To perform the full function, from capturing cash book entries, to preparing the profit & loss statement and monthly closing & cost accounting reports and assist with budget reports and forecasting. Highlighted responsibilities include: VAT, Debtors and Creditors reconciliations, Daily cashflow reports, Customer costing analysis, Management reports Requirements: Grade 12 \/ Matric Relevant \/ Accounting qualification (BComm preferred) Experience within commercial environment Proven experience capturing cash book up to monthly management accounts Manufacturing \/ Production environment experience beneficial Responsibilities: Processing books up to Trial Balance & Balance Sheet Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions Prepare profit and loss statement and monthly closing and cost accounting reports Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness Complete Debtors and Creditors reconciliations and report accordingly Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices and other accounting documents Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels and ensure expenditure control Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, vendors and clients Resolve accounting discrepancies Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems and manual filing systems Supervise the input and handling of financial data and reports for the company’s automated financial systems Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures VAT calculations and payment preparations Other duties as assigned \/ required by management