ACCOUNTANT

Finance Administration - Responsible for day-to-day finance administration of the business.

Record Keeping - Maintain an accurate record of all financial transactions.

Financial Reporting and Analysis - Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.

General Ledger and Maintenance - Update and maintain the general ledger to ensure its accuracy.

Month-end Close / Procedures - Perform month-end close procedures to produce a trial balance.

• Cash book and bank reconciliations.
• Debtors and creditors reconciliations.
• Fixed asset register maintenance.
• Month-end journal entries.
• Balance sheet reconciliations.

Procurement and Payments - Manage local and foreign supplier payments, ensuring timely and cost effective transactions.

SARS Submissions - Prepare and submit accurate and timely SARS returns, including PAYE, VAT, and Income Tax.

Audit Preparation - Prepare for the annual audit by organizing financial records and documentation.

Budget Support - Provide support during the annual budgeting process.

Process Improvement - Identify opportunities for enhancing and streamlining financial processes.

Qualifications - Tertiary Qualification - a recognised bookkeeping / financial accounting qualification.

Preferred : Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting or National.

Diploma in Financial Accounting (NQF 6).

Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role.

Xero accounting software experience an advantage.

Interpersonal Competencies - Good communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, efficient and diligent.

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Personal Competencies - Ability to demonstrate high levels of professionalism and customer service.

Results driven, "can do" attitude and resilience.

Strong delivery and organisational skills.

Ability to prioritise and effectively manage many tasks at the same time.