Accountant

Watershed Consulting; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive consulting firm is seeking a confident Accountant to join their finance department in Kempton Park, South Africa. This role requires attention to detail and accuracy, with responsibilities including preparing financial reports under IFRS, managing fixed assets, and performing reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have a BCom degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of experience in the automotive sector. A proactive team player is sought to ensure adherence to policies and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role within the automotive industry.
• Code 8 driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate reports and financial statements according to IFRS.
• Control fixed assets, debtors, and creditors.
• Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile stock and manage stock.
• Implement risk management at branch level.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Team player

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting or similar

Job description

Accountant | Automotive Industry

Are you a confident Accountant with a high attention to detail and accuracy?

Our automotive client is seeking anaccountant to join their finance department.

Responsibilities :

• 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.
• Proactively review current accounting procedures and recommend improvements where appropriate.

Minimum Requirements :

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

Personal Attributes :

• High Attention to detail and Accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Team Player
• Confident and proactive approach — anticipates issues and requirements.