Financial Accountant

Rhino Resources Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhino Resources Ltd is seeking a highly organised Financial Accountant to own a broad range of accounting, reporting and supervisory duties in a dynamic environment.

You will manage accounts payable/receivable, assist with month- and year-end close, cash management and regulatory reporting while leading bookkeepers and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Registration with SAIPA or SAICA is required or in progress.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office.
• Experience in finance/reporting in a corporate environment preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoices and expenses.
• Support month-end and year-end close, and prepare statutory/regulatory schedules.
• Review bank and card reconciliations; investigate reconciling items.
• Manage daily cash and short-term cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare cash calls and drawdowns with supporting schedules.
• Assist in preparing management and regulatory reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

SAICA/SAIPA registration

Tools

Excel

SAP

MS Word

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented and proactive Financial Accountant who can take ownership of a broad range of accounting, reporting and supervisory responsibilities. The successful candidate must be an excellent self-starter, capable of identifying priorities, resolving issues and delivering accurate work with minimal supervision. Strong communication, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing deadlines are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense claims and purchase orders.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of subsidiary and group annual financial statements, audit schedules and supporting information.
• Review bank and credit card reconciliations and ensure reconciling items are investigated and resolved promptly.
• Manage day-to-day cash management activities, including monitoring cash balances, preparing short-term cash flow forecasts, coordinating funding requirements and ensuring sufficient liquidity is maintained across the relevant entities.
• Prepare cash calls and drawdown notices, together with the supporting calculations, schedules and reconciliations required.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and other documents.
• Take ownership of preparing accurate and timely supporting information, schedules and draft reports for management and regulatory reporting.
• Proactively identify reporting requirements, resolve issues and drive the reporting process to completion with minimal supervision.
• Lead and manage the bookkeepers supporting these responsibilities by setting clear priorities, reviewing the quality and completeness of their work, providing guidance and ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with team members and relevant stakeholders to coordinate deliverables, address issues promptly and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Undertake other finance, reporting and administrative responsibilities as required.
• Assist with year-end procedures and close-off (including subsidiary and group AFS and audit preparation)

Confidentiality

Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, as well as registration with relevant accounting body (e.g. SAIPA, SAICA).
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a finance or accounting department.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite (particularly Excel and Word).
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Oil & gas industry experience preferred

Additional Information

• Working hours may vary depending on business needs, but the ability to maintain regular communication and accessibility during working hours is essential