Accountant

Haven Health Management; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a motivated Accountant to ensure accurate management accounts and contribute to financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess a Financial Accounting Degree and have at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include processing transactions, financial reporting, and compliance with South African regulations.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in an Accountant role.
• Understanding of South African accounting principles and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Processing transactions to trial balance.
• Drafting management accounts for review.
• Financial reporting and analysis.

Skills

Accuracy in financial records

Time management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Financial Accounting Degree

Tools

Pastel Partner

Sage Evolution

Intacct

Job description

Job Title: Accountant

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Haven Health Management team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that management accounts are produced accurately and on time, contributing to the smooth financial operations of our organization. If you have a strong background in accounting and a commitment to precision, we want to hear from you!

Requirements, Experience, and Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel Partner, Sage Evolution, Intacct)
• Financial Accounting Degree
• At least 3 years’ experience in an Accountant role
• Ability to learn industry specifics, e.g., healthcare terminology

Key Responsibilities

• Processing transactions to trial balance
• Drafting and commenting on management accounts for review
• Interest calculations
• Processing of debtors and creditors
• Submission of VAT201s (including calculation and reconciliation)
• Submission of EMP201s
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Bank-related activities
• Monthly creditors reconciliations review and approval
• Follow-up on queries/requests from Facility Managers
• Processing month-end journals and statistics
• Preparing and balancing inter-company loan accounts and invoice recharges
• Reconciling inter-company transactions
• Preparing month-end reconciliations for all Balance Sheet GL accounts
• Preparing audit files and liaising with external auditors
• Assisting in ad-hoc finance projects
• Effective cash flow forecasting
• Governance and risk management
• Other duties as assigned by the line manager

Key Competencies and Skills

• Accuracy in financial records and transactions
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Understanding of South African accounting principles, tax regulations, and compliance standards
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Self-reliant, flexible, energetic, confident
• Good communicator and team player

If you meet these criteria and possess the relevant experience, please submit your CV with three contactable references. If you do not receive a response within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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