Accountant

Outsidecapital; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic entrepreneurial organization in Cape Town seeks a Mid-Senior Level Accountant to oversee financial operations across subsidiaries. This pivotal role involves managing financial transactions, performing reconciliations, preparing tax compliance, and facilitating strategy through financial insights. Ideal candidates will possess a BCom Degree and have 3-5 years of relevant experience, particularly with Sage Online and Microsoft Excel. Join us to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles, VAT, and accounts preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all financial transactions.
• Perform comprehensive account reconciliations.
• Prepare journals for non-cash adjustments.
• Analyze financial information for management accounts.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Assist with tax preparation and compliance.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting process.
• Analyze costs and margins for pricing decisions.
• Administer payroll ensuring timely payments.

Skills

Internal Audit

Accounting Tally

General Ledger Accounting

External Audit

Microsoft Excel

PMP

Financial Accounting

Financial Analysis

Payroll

Financial Reconciliation

Financial statement

Accounting and Finance

ACCA

CPA

Financial Reporting

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Role Title :

Accountant (Mid-Senior Level)

Client Summary

Our client is a dynamic and rapidly expanding group of companies operating within the commercial and retail sectors. They foster an entrepreneurial spirit offering a unique opportunity for professionals to gain direct exposure to directors and contribute significantly to strategic decision-making. This is a chance to be part of an innovative business with a strong growth trajectory.

Job Description

Embark on an exciting career journey as an Accountant with a thriving entrepreneurial organization. This pivotal role offers a unique platform to manage and optimize the financial operations across multiple subsidiaries. You will be instrumental in driving financial insights directly influencing business strategy and contributing to the companys continued success. If you thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment and are eager to make a tangible impact this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all financial transactions including income expenses assets and liabilities.
• Perform comprehensive account reconciliations to ensure data integrity and identify / resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare journals for non-cash adjustments to facilitate annual financial statement preparation.
• Analyze financial information to produce monthly management accounts and present key insights to leadership.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure efficient cash flow.
• Assist with tax preparation and compliance including VAT and EMP returns.
• Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting process conducting variance analysis.
• Analyze costs and margins to support pricing and profitability decisions.
• Administer payroll ensuring timely and accurate employee payments.

Requirements : Must-Haves

• BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting / bookkeeping experience.
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software with a strong emphasis on Sage Online.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles VAT and accounts preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and a client-focused approach.

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience in an accountancy practice or a similar commercial environment.
• Exposure to tax return preparation and submission.

Key Skills

Internal Audit,Accounting Tally,General Ledger Accounting,External Audit,Microsoft Excel,PMP,Financial Accounting,Financial Analysis,Payroll,Financial Recouncilation,Financial statement,Accounting and Finance,ACCA,CPA,Financial Reporting

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1