Assistant Accountant

CA Financial Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a maternity cover role in the FMCG sector. The ideal candidate will possess a BCom Accounting Degree and have at least 5 years of experience in financial accounting operations. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. You will be responsible for managing cashbook functions, preparing management accounts, and assisting with month-end procedures. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and enhance your accounting expertise in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in financial accounting operations.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process Cashbook Function and related queries.
• Prepare monthly Income Statement and Balance Sheet Schedules.
• Assist with month end roll over procedures and audit processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Team-oriented Approach

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Deadline-driven

Education

BCom Accounting Degree

Job description

My client seeks an Assistant Accountant for a maternity cover role in the FMCG sector. The ideal incumbent will be experienced in daily financial accounting operations. Your strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure is essential. You will be deadline-driven with a proactive team-oriented approach coupled with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities :

• Manage and process Cashbook Function and all related queries
• Process and reconcile a wide variety of financial transactions
• Preparation of management account journal entries
• Prepare various monthly Income Statement, Balance Sheet Schedules and Reconciliations
• AP Foreign creditors – Evidence of Importation
• AP Local Creditors – Invoice processing as required
• Update and Reconcile Fixed Asset Register
• Assist with month end roll over procedures
• Assist in providing information and reports to Head Office
• Assist in preparation of Cash Flow Computations
• Assist with preparation and coordination of audit processes
• Assist with problem solving any accounting / finance ad hoc tasks
• Available for financial year end in December

Requirements :

• BCom Accounting Degree
• 5 years’ experience within a similar role