Financial Accountant

Key Responsibilities :

Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations for sign-off by the Financial Manager

Manage Finance Clerks to ensure achievement of departmental objectives

Review accruals submitted by finance clerks

Assist with Forex transactions, including instructions and FECs

Participate in stock counts and investigate stock discrepancies

Post month-end journal entries to finalize the trial balance

Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns

Investigate and resolve intercompany debtor / creditor queries

Assist in financial projects and ad hoc tasks

Handle petty cash transactions

Support external auditors during audits

Prepare and upload monthly Hyperion pack and operational reports

Act as Finance Manager in their absence

Requirements :

Tertiary qualification in Finance (e.g. BCom)

Completed articles  and postgraduate qualification  (advantageous)

Solid understanding of costing  and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Strong knowledge of accounting and tax principles

Experience with Hyperion, JD Edwards (JDE), and ABACA  (beneficial)

Proficient in Excel models, pivot tables , and MS Office Suite

Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently and take initiative

Able to manage deadlines under pressure, including overtime and weekends when required