Accountant

FAW Trucks Southern Africa; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading truck manufacturer in Brakpan is seeking a qualified individual for an accounting role. The candidate must possess a BCom degree in Accounting and a minimum of 3 years' experience in the motor industry. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing fixed assets, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to branch financial operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting roles in the motor industry.
• Proven track record of accurate financial reporting.
• Ability to manage and control fixed assets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate reports and financial statements.
• Control fixed assets, debtors and creditors.
• Perform payment and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor branch financial activities.

Skills

Financial reporting

Risk Management

Inventory management

Team support

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting

Job description

Location: Spartan

Specifications

• Prepare Accurate reports and financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Control fixed assets, debtors and creditors.
• Perform various payment and balance sheet reconciliations and ensure that discrepancies are resolved in timely manner.
• Reconcile stock and stock management.
• Risk Management at branch level.
• Expenses control.
• Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly journals (oversee the general ledger and ensure that all transactions are recorded correctly and within set deadlines.)
• Review of vehicle stock counts.
• Monitor parts and workshop cash sales.
• Control branch financial activities.
• Performing other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned.
• Ensuring all policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Pro-actively review current accounting procedures and recommend improvements where appropriate.

Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting or similar.
• Min 3 years’ experience in similar role within the motor industry.
• Code 8 licence