Financial Accountant

Gold; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational corporation in South Africa is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves processing journal entries, preparing management accounts, reviewing reconciliations, and ensuring VAT compliance. Ideal candidates will have a BCom or NDip in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years' experience in corporate finance, preferably in mining or contracting environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a multi-national corporate finance environment.
• Commitment to a career in finance indicated in employment history.
• Strong understanding of South African VAT legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Compile monthly management accounts for multiple entities.
• Review and sign off creditors reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate VAT submissions for multiple entities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Education

BCom Accounting or Management Accounting

NDip: Accounting

Job description

Introduction

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Accountant to join our dynamic finance team within a multinational corporate environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial operations, the role will include processing journal entries, preparing GL reconciliations, reviewing Creditor reconciliations, preparing Management accounts, preparing VAT and providing support to the finance team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely
• Pile monthly management accounts for multiple entities
• Review and sign off creditors reconciliations
• Prepare accurate and compliant VAT submissions for multiple entities both SA and foreign
• Monitor and review VAT compliance of entities and correct process to avoid future errors
• Assist in preparation of Royalty and Income Tax returns
• Provide support to team and ad hoc financial tasks and reporting requirements such as being a signatory on the banking platforms
• Work across multi-currency environments and liaise with international teams
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial accuracy and compliance

Desired Experience & Qualification

• BCom Accounting or Management Accounting OR NDip: Accounting (tertiary qualification not negotiable)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a multi-national corporate finance environment with an employment history that indicates a commitment to a career in finance
• (Not Negotiable) Previous mining, quarrying, or contracting experience will be an advantage
• Strong understanding of South African VAT legislation and previous role experience
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Advanced Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines