Financial Accountant

Ster-Kinekor Theatres; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. This role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting various departments during monthly reporting, and analyzing budget variances to enhance profitability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong accounting background, with proficiency in IFRS, Tax, and VAT, along with experience in SAP. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading company in the retail sector, where your expertise will drive financial excellence and support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as an Accountant, Financial Analyst, or Controller.
• Retail experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting communications across departments.
• Analyze budget variances and recommend improvements.

Skills

IFRS

Tax

VAT

Accounting packages

Audit process understanding

Management accounting principles

Internal controls framework

Relevant IT and accounting systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA or ACCA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job title : Financial Accountant

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : June 02, 2025

Financial Accountant Job Duties

1. Ensure that all reporting communications are cascaded down to all Head Office Departments and HODs.
2. Support Cinema’s/Departments during monthly reporting, including clearing reporting validations and differences.
3. Provide monthly reports (Revenue/P&L) to management for HO cost centers.
4. Analyze budget & forecast variances and make recommendations to improve profitability.
5. Prepare forecasts and budgets for all Head Office Departments and HODs.
6. Review financial performance (functions, accounts, KPIs, etc.).
7. Prepare monthly review decks, set & monitor action plans.
8. Identify and report on cost-saving initiatives/projects.
9. Manage Cost Centre reporting, analysis, and management on a daily basis, with formal reporting monthly.
10. Conduct monthly KPI analysis of the income statement and liaise with Operations Managers to identify reasons and explanations.
11. Ensure the completeness of all HR and Payroll postings to the Balance Sheet and Income Statement.
12. Complete monthly HR reporting on salaries and HR expenses.
13. Analyze HR initiatives and provide financial support to HR Business Partners at Head Office and Regional levels.
14. Process invoices for payments after reviewing for reasonability.
15. Maintain schedules for rental, electricity, utilities for analysis and reporting.
16. Support Head Office finance analyst and financial Manager with Landlord queries/claims.
17. Prepare and post monthly journals.
18. Maintain accrual/provision balances and ensure their completeness.
19. Support other functions with reporting, including sales.
20. Ensure VAT payments are calculated and claimed correctly.
21. Complete statutory returns (VAT, RSC levies, etc.) and ensure their payment.
22. Support the year-end and interim audit processes by liaising with internal and external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Qualifications such as CPA or ACCA are preferable.

Experience and Knowledge

• 3-5 years’ experience as an Accountant, Financial Analyst, or Controller.
• Retail experience is advantageous.
• Experience with SAP.

Skills

• Strong accounting knowledge including IFRS, Tax, and VAT.
• Proficiency with accounting packages.
• Understanding of the audit process.
• Knowledge of management and cost accounting principles.
• Ability to perform other duties as reasonably requested by management.
• Understanding of Ster-Kinekor’s philosophy and operational framework.
• Familiarity with company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Sound internal controls framework.
• Knowledge of relevant IT and accounting systems.
• Experience in accounting or financial services jobs.