Financial Accountant

Blueion Support Services; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Blueion Support Services in Durban seeks a meticulous Financial Accountant to oversee accurate financial record-keeping across multiple entities and to provide administrative support.

The role requires a degree in accounting, 3–5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel, and the ability to manage cash flow, prepare VAT/SARS returns, and support audits.

Qualifications

• Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience with multiple companies within a Head Office environment.
• Hands-on QuickBooks experience and Excel proficiency.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Accurately capture and process financial data for companies and trusts.
• Post and review journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Manage debtors and creditors, including reconciliations and queries.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare VAT and SARS returns in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Compile financial statements for statutory and management reporting.
• Monitor and manage cash flow across multiple entities.
• Handle monthly payroll processing and payroll inquiries.
• Review invoices and VAT compliance.
• Perform financial analyses to support decision-making.
• Generate reports for the finance team and senior management.
• Assist in financial reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls and efficiencies.
• Prepare audit documentation and liaise with external auditors.
• Data entry and administrative duties as required.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Discretion & confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Financial Accountant to oversee accurate financial record-keeping and reporting across multiple entities within our group. The ideal candidate will also provide administrative support to facilitate seamless organizational operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Responsibilities

• Accurately capture and process financial data for companies and trusts.
• Prepare, post, review journal entries and maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
• Manage debtors and creditors, including processing transactions, performing reconciliations, and resolving related queries.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and submit VAT and SARS returns in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Compile full sets of financial statements for statutory and management reporting, including variance analysis and insights.
• Monitor and manage cash flow across multiple companies and trusts.
• Handle monthly payroll processing and address payroll-related inquiries.
• Review invoices and statements for accuracy and VAT compliance.
• Perform routine and ad hoc financial analyses to support decision-making.
• Generate reports and spreadsheets for the finance team and senior management.
• Assist in financial reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to enhance internal controls and operational efficiencies.
• Support efforts to identify and implement cost-saving measures within your portfolio.
• Prepare audit documentation and liaise with external auditors during audits.
• Perform various additional ad hoc financial and administrative duties as required.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Manage all administrative functions within your portfolio.
• Handle day-to-day office administration tasks.
• Data entry and maintenance of spreadsheets and databases.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience working with multiple companies within a Head Office environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks.
• Familiarity with multiple currencies is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
• Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
• Completion of articles is advantageous.