Accountant

Copper Quail Global; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accountant to join their Finance team in Cape Town. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented professional with a strong accounting background. You will manage financial transactions, prepare management accounts, and support audits while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Join this dynamic team and contribute to the financial success of multiple companies within the group, where your expertise will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IFRS and Tax regulations.
• Experience with trusts is advantageous.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain day-to-day financial transactions.
• Prepare quarterly management accounts and consolidated financial statements.
• Assist during annual financial audits.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Education

Accounting degree (B. Com, B. Compt)

Completion of SAICA or SAIPA articles

Tools

CaseWare

Sage X3

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description
Job Specification: Accountant
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Department: Finance

Position Overview:
The Accountant will assist with the accounting functions across various companies within the group, ensuring accurate reporting to the Finance Manager within set deadlines. This position is ideal for someone with a strong accounting background, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting and Financial Transactions:
• Record and maintain day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy up to Trial Balance stage.
• Prepare and maintain monthly supporting schedules for the trial balance.
• Manage and maintain the loan register, including draw downs, repayments, and interest calculations.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for banks, creditors, loans, and tax accounts.
• Process month-end and year-end journals.
• Audit Support:
• Provide assistance during the annual financial audits, ensuring all necessary documents and reconciliations are prepared.
• Credit Card Reconciliation:
• Review credit card reconciliations and post transactions in the ERP system.
• Lender Management:
• Oversee obligations with lenders under finance documents, ensuring timely compliance.
• Financial Reporting:
• Prepare quarterly management accounts for individual companies and consolidated financial statements.
• Compile and prepare quarterly documentation for individual companies in line with company requirements.
• Banking Operations:
• Load payments on the banking system, ensuring proper execution and reconciliation.

Educational Qualifications:

• Accounting degree (B. Com, B. Compt, or similar).
• Completion of SAICA or SAIPA articles will be advantageous.

Required Experience:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, including IFRS and Tax regulations.
• Experience with trusts is advantageous.
• Proficient in using CaseWare, Word, Excel (Advanced), and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Sage X3 (advantageous).
• Analytical, logical, and systematic approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact with various departments and stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in all tasks.

Skills and Competencies:

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with team members and management.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a focus on identifying issues and proposing solutions.
• Decision-Making: Able to make informed decisions under pressure, considering both short-term and long-term outcomes.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, contributing to a positive work environment.
• Commercial Awareness: Understanding of business needs and financial implications.

Languages:

• Proficient in English (Read, write, and speak).

Personal Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Proactive attitude with the ability to take ownership of tasks and responsibilities.