Accountant

Tax Consulting South Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in South Africa is seeking an Internal Accountant to enhance financial reporting. Responsibilities include account processing, preparing financial reports, and supervising entries. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience, a qualification in accounting or finance, and strong analytical skills. Join a dynamic team and contribute to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in accounting/finance.
• Exceptional analytical thinking abilities.
• Resilience in handling emotional challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct account processing until the trial-balance stage.
• Prepare customized reports to communicate financial status.
• Supervise recording of entries in asset, liability, and capital accounts.

Skills

Proficiency in managing transactional movements

Expertise in generating reports using MS Excel

Ability to resolve issues with systems and procedures

Strong analytical skills

Education

Qualification in tax, accounting, or finance

Job description

Vacancy :

Accountant

Location: Cape Town / George

Are you a dependable and exceptionally skilled accounting professional who takes immense pride in your accomplishments and upholds the highest professional ethics?

We have an exciting opportunity for you

Who We Are

We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, seeking an Internal Accountant to join our team.

What We Look For

• Demonstrated proficiency in comprehending and managing transactional movements.
• Proven track record of effectively processing accounts until the trial-balance stage.
• Proficiency in generating customized reports using MS Excel.
• A keen understanding of accounting workflows.
• Expertise in identifying and resolving issues with systems and procedures.
• Ability to cultivate positive relationships with accounting clerks.
• Thorough understanding of intricate inter-entity transactions within a multi-brand organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting thorough account processing until the trial-balance stage.
• Preparing customized reports to effectively communicate the current financial status.
• Supervising the recording of entries in asset, liability, and capital accounts.
• Ensuring accurate maintenance of audit documentation records.
• Providing recommendations for financial actions based on comprehensive analysis of options.
• Establishing and upholding accounting controls by preparing and suggesting policies and procedures.
• Supporting and guiding accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and addressing inquiries.
• Reconciling financial discrepancies to ensure accuracy.
• Upholding financial security by enforcing internal controls.
• Overseeing payments by verifying documentation and initiating disbursements.
• Ensuring compliance with financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence, and advising management on necessary actions.
• Conducting trend analysis to facilitate strategic planning.
• Maintaining customer confidence and safeguarding operations by preserving the confidentiality of financial information.

Requirements

• An appropriate qualification in tax, accounting, or finance.
• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in accounting/finance.
• Exceptional analytical thinking abilities.
• Resilience in handling emotional challenges.
• Proficiency in creating customized reports.
• Ability to comfortably report at the executive committee (EXCO) level.
• Experience in working with diverse brands and entities.