Accountant

Financial Accountant

Location: East London

Employment Type: Permanent

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accounting professional with completed articles who is looking to grow their career within a dynamic environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• BCom Degree or BTech in Financial Accounting.
• Completed articles.
• AGA(SA) registration through SAICA or a CIMA qualification will be advantageous.
• Strong IT knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver's licence.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post standard journals for monthly management accounts.
• Manage foreign creditors and import documentation.
• Assist with creditors' functions when required.
• Prepare and reconcile VAT returns.
• Confirm inter-company balances with other branches.
• Prepare tax packs and upload them to OneSource.
• Prepare SMART packs and upload monthly financial statements to Hyperion.
• Reconcile all ledger accounts in Microsoft Excel by the 10th working day of each month.
• Prepare monthly waste reports.
• Compile treasury schedules.
• Prepare and submit Capex documentation.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Upload annual budgets and quarterly forecasts to Hyperion.
• Prepare statutory notes within Hyperion.
• Perform additional ad hoc finance duties as required.

Requirements

• BCom/BTech Financial Accounting qualification.
• Completed articles (essential).
• Valid driver's licence.
• Experience with ERP systems, Hyperion, OneSource, and advanced Excel will be advantageous.

To Apply

Please send your CV to Sign in to view email with the subject line Financial Accountant.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.