Accountant

Job Description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, for an Accountant (must have a BCom degree) . They help South African SMEs grow, with a strong focus on building a more inclusive economy. Our client appreciates people who are honest, curious, creative, conscientious, and genuinely interested in learning and growing. They work closely together, regularly engaging face-to-face with customers and stakeholders, which is why they are fully office-based. If you are excited about helping SMEs grow and making a real impact in South Africa, you might be a great fit.

As the Accountant, you will report to the Finance Manager and work closely with the rest of the team within the Finance division. This role includes a focus on the loan portfolios for various companies within the Group and additional aspects as noted below.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the accuracy of loan draw-down repayment calculations, including calculations of interest on arrears, early settlements, and detailed amortizations.
• Balance sheet reconciliations related to customer accounts
• Generate invoices and credit notes
• Customer (borrowers) payment allocations and loan reconciliations
• Sending invoices with statements and payment reminder emails to customers
• Preparation and loading of debit orders
• Management and resolution of unpaid obligations
• Resolving customer queries
• Work with the internal Legal Team on defaulting customers
• Ad Hoc assignments / tasks
• Performing accounting functions including :
• Journals
• VAT Calculations and Reconciliations
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Balancing Intercompany loan accounts
• Cash Flow Management
• Checking / preparing bank reconciliations daily
• Loading banking transactions
• Audit assistance - prepare audit packs and liaise with auditors

Requirements

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