Accountant
REF: KK570
Market Related Salary
Century City, Western Cape
Our client, a leader in their field, is looking for an Accountant to join their dynamic team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for performing the day-to-day accounting requirements in line with Group policies and reporting requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Assisting in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial / management reporting packs and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Documenting and maintaining complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions in the general ledger
Assisting with cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and petty cash
Overseeing and managing the bookkeeping outputs on a daily basis (AP, AR, Cash and Banks)
Ensuring that assets are properly recorded, amortised, and disposed of
Assisting the Head of Finance to ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures
Assisting the Head of Finance to ensure that all the statutory requirements are met, including Income Tax, Value Added Tax, Pay as You Earn (PAYE) with relevant governing bodies (SARS, STATSSA, CIPC, etc.)
Assisting in the preparation all supporting information for the annual audit and be a point of contact for the external auditors when necessary
Daily transactional reconciliations
Any other duties and ad hoc reporting and reconciliation work requested by the Head of Finance
REQUIREMENTS:
A relevant professional financial qualification, such as a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant previous experience from a previous position
Experience in financial accounting and reporting software (Xero, Oracle, SAP EPM advantageous) and audit experience (either as an auditor or having produced financial statements and worked with external auditors on company audit as part of previous work experience)
Strong organisational and time management abilities that allow projects and goals to be completed on time.
Ability to travel if required and a flexible schedule (days/nights, late hours, weekends, and holidays) to meet business needs and commitments
A multi-tasker who is proactive, logical and who can handle several projects at once
Target driven ambitious individual
Detail oriented with excellent organisational skills