Accountant - Temp

Ability Executive Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Accountant to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with tax regulations. This role involves managing financial statements, tax returns, and internal controls while collaborating with auditors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting with at least 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the financial health of multiple entities. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about accounting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an accounting/reporting role.
• Knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements and manage tax submissions.
• Conduct monthly reviews of bank reconciliations and manage trial balances.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Tax Compliance

Budgeting and Forecasting

Staff Management

Computer Skills

Education

B. Com Honours

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

MS Office

Cognos

Case Ware

Draftworx

Job description

Job Description
We are seeking an Accountant to maintain accurate financial and tax reporting while managing and implementing accounting and reporting controls.

DUTIES

1. Reporting and Reporting controls
2. Preparation of annual financial statements for various companies
3. Preparation and submission of IT14's on e-filing
4. Preparation and submission of provisional tax returns
5. Reconciliation and submission of VAT and Withholding Tax returns for South African entities as well as foreign entities
6. Assist in the compilation of annual budgets and forecasts
7. Monthly review of bank reconciliations
8. Processing of monthly general journal entries and consolidation entries
9. Manage and review trial balances for all reporting entities
10. Reconciliation of general ledgers and sub ledgers monthly and the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations
11. Compile/review monthly management accounts
12. Performing month end and year end accounts system closures
13. Liaising with various internal and external auditors
14. Review and authorization of payments on banking system (FNB online)
15. Develop, monitor, review and implement internal accounting and other accounting related policies

Requirements

1. B. Com Honours or bachelor's degree in accounting (B. Com)
2. Articles will be advantageous
3. Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in an accounting/reporting role
4. Staff management experience will be advantageous
5. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have extensive knowledge of Computer Skills: Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel, MS Office as well as experience on a known accounting package
6. Cognos experience will be advantageous
7. Case Ware Experience
8. Draftworx Experience