Accountant - Cape Town

Job Specification

Provides financial information by maintaining and reconciling accounts and preparing reports

Fixed Asset month-end reporting

Ensure that all fixed asset purchases are recorded correctly in the general ledger and the fixed asset sub module reconciles to the general ledger on a monthly basis within the month end deadline

Accounts for the movement of fixed assets including the transfer & disposal of assets

Ensures that all assets are accounted for in terms of the accounting policy

Ensure that no weaknesses are raised by the internal or external auditors reports

General ledger close

Raise month-end close journals which are accurate and complete within the month-end deadline

Monthly review of Income Statement ensuring accuracy and completeness

Preparation of Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations within the specified deadlines to ensure that the balance sheet is accurate and complete

Resolve Balance Sheet reconciling items before Month-End

Ensure that no weaknesses are raised by the internal or external auditors reports

Income TAX & VAT returns compliance

Prepares monthly tax computations and raise related journal entry

Preparation of Income Tax Returns

Preparation of Provisional Tax Payments

Preparation of VAT returns

Ensure that Taxation compliance requirements are achieved within legislation deadlines

Financial statements and compliance

Ensure that annual financial statements are completed within the agreed timeframes

Prepare annual statutory accounts and returns in accordance with relevant legislation

Keeps abreast of changes in international accounting standards and advises key stakeholders of changes

Ensures that records to meet legal & tax requirements are maintained

Maintains a sound internal control environment

Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with relevant legislation

Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed

Liaise with external auditors

Ensure that all information is readily available for review by the auditors within the agreed timeframe

Ensure that no material errors or exceptions are identified by the auditors

Resolution of auditor issues in a timely manner

Ad hoc

Reviewing and releasing of supplier payments on a timeous basis

Reviewing and approving of supplier invoices on the Procurement Portal

The above is not limited and can change to better compliment the company, as it evolves

Minimum Requirements

Relevant Diploma or degree

At least 3 5 years experience in an Accountant role

Experience within a manufacturing environment would be hugely beneficial

Proficient on Microsoft Excel

Financial Background

Knowledge and experience in South African Tax Law

Fixed Asset Register knowledge and experience

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Attention to Detail

Ability to work well under pressure

Effective prioritization and quick problem-solving orientation is a requirement to achieve multiple departmental deliverables on a timely basis in a fast-paced category

Highly organized, with the ability to adapt to change

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Work independently as well as in a team

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

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