Accountant

Kelly; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned company is seeking a seasoned Accountant to manage operations in logistics, transport, and supply chain sectors. This role demands expertise in financial reporting, and proficiency with Cargowise and SAP, alongside a strong background in accounting with over a decade of experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years prior Accounting / Financial experience required.
• 3+ years experience in an international Financial environment.
• Freight Forwarding industry knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation and reporting.
• Prepare Profit and Loss statements and review budgets.
• Maintain financial databases and software systems.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Database Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (BCom)

Tools

Cargowise

SAP

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned Accountant to oversee and manage operations in alignment with organizational policies and relevant legislation. The role focuses on ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation and reporting within the Logistics, Transport, and Supply Chain sector.

Responsibilities

· Accounting - Enable accurate and timely reconciliation and reporting. Check correct recording of transactions including payroll. Accurate and timely closure of monthly, quarterly and yearly accounting. Maintain Journal entries and reconciliation of the General Ledger. Prepare Profit and Loss statements as well as monthly closing and cost accounting reports. Prepare and review budgets, revenue, expenses, statements, invoices etc.

· Financial Reporting – Check data entry. Provide support with the statutory reporting processes. Prepare accounting, statistical and narrative statements and reports

· Management information – Checking availability and administration of financials. Maintain financial databases, software systems and manual systems.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree of higher in Accounting (BCom)

· 10+ years prior Accounting / Financial experience

· 3+ years international Financial environment experience

· Freight Forwarding industry knowledge – non-negotiable

· Cargowise and SAP a must have