Accountant At The Foschini Group

The Foschini Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking an accountant to join their Finance team in Gauteng. The role involves handling general accounting processes, journal entries, and reconciliations while ensuring compliance with timelines and quality standards. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals with an accounting diploma and some work experience, this position offers opportunities for growth within an innovative organization.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years post qualification work experience required.
• SAP experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Process and perform general ledger activities for respective divisions.
• Assist with month end and year end processes.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping for all accounting activities.

Skills

SAP

Excel

Time management

Administration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Advanced Diploma or equivalent certification in Finance / Accounting

BCom Accounting degree

Job description

Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTIONAbout TFG : Who we are is because of our people.

They are our greatest asset.

TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 39 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions.

Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers.

TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth.

Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands.

We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.Are you with us?Job Description : Reporting into the Finance Manager : Group Accounting and Statutory Reporting within the Group Accounting and Statutory Reporting team, this role is responsible with day-to-day general accounting processes and assistance for the trading and services divisions within TFG.

As part of a team of Accountants, this role will be responsible for the efficient and effective posting of journals, processing, reconciliations, and assisting with financial month end and year end activities.

This role will be responsible for ensuring deliverables are achieved as per the time and quality standards agreed.Key Responsibilities : Process and perform general ledger activities for respective divisions including requisitions.Process journals (general and intercompany) for respective divisions and subsidiary companies.Perform and complete General ledger reconciliations for respective divisions on a Group basis.Assist with preparation of intercompany reports.Vendor clearing and clearing of balance sheet accounts.Ensure accurate recordkeeping for all accounting activities for audit purposes.Prepare and perform trial balances accurately and timeously.Work alongside the group accounting and statutory reporting team to ensure all month end and year end processes are accurate and completed as per the agreed timelines and guidelines, including assisting with monthly finance activities.Assist with year-end deliverables, including AFS roll-forward, audit requests, key schedules etc.Assist with the end-to-end accounting functions.Where required, escalate all requests and queries accurately and timeously to the line manager.Provide accounting insight and best practice processesAssist with key accounting projects where required.Ad-hoc.The related reconciliations performed will be done for numerous entities within the group across, but not limited to the following balance sheet areas : PrepaymentsAccrualsProvisionsMiscellaneous debtorsOtherQualifications and Experience : Advanced Diploma or equivalent certification in Finance / Accounting (BCom accounting degree preferable)1-3 years post qualification work experienceSAP experience (preferable)Skills : SAP (advantageous)Good working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel.Good time management skillsGood administration skillsPlanning skillsProblem-solving abilitiesAttention to detailGood verbal and written communications skillsBehaviours : Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectivesConveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful mannerConsistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisionsTakes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targetsUnderstands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisionsInterprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problemsAssesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processesLeverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth#LI-MS2Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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