FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Anacin Recruitment Agency; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage various aspects of financial operations in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting and possess 2-3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include compliance with tax regulations, processing payroll, and conducting financial analysis. A competitive salary of R35k – R39k is offered, along with benefits such as medical insurance and a pension fund. Remote work is available after training.

Benefits

66% medical insurance

Pension fund with Momentum

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in an accounting role.
• Knowledge of auditing principles is a plus.
• Ability to work extended hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with withholding tax regulations across Africa.
• Preparation and processing of monthly payroll and journals.
• Timely submission of mandatory statutory returns.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Time management

Analytical and critical thinking

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or management accounting

Tools

SAP system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Position: Financial Accountant
Location: Pomona, Kempton Park, Gauteng

Salary: Basic salary +/- R35k – R39k depending on experience and qualifications (Accounting degree is a must).

Benefits: Company contributions – 66% medical insurance, pension fund with Momentum and group cover (see attached).
Remote work: 2 days per week (only after the person is fully trained and capable in the role).

The position is instrumental in supporting the financial function. It exists to support and enhance various critical aspects of financial operations.

Are you a dynamic, driven, and talented individual with a passion for finance? Do you have a Bachelor\'s degree in accounting or management accounting and 2–3 years of experience in an accounting role? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities (not limited):

• Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts encompassing various currencies.
• Ensure compliance of withholding tax regulations across Africa.
• Perform a monthly analysis of selected Income Statement accounts.
• Preparation and processing of monthly payroll, accruals, and provision journals for the African branches.
• Ensure timely submission of reports to Corporate in accordance with deadlines.
• Timely and accurate completion of mandatory statutory returns.
• Achieve satisfactory results during internal and external audits and report findings as necessary.
• Identify and report any discrepancies or variances as they arise.
• Offer prompt support for banking administration tasks required across the African region.
• Perform accounts payable reconciliations and ensure the timely submission of invoices to the GES team, while maintaining accuracy in invoice capturing and processing.
• Successfully complete pricing tasks as assigned.
• Support and enhance various critical aspects of financial operations.
• Efficiently process monthly journals.
• Facilitate reporting through the One Stream system.
• Provide insightful analysis of sensitive accounts.
• Prepare General Ledger reconciliations to maintain financial record integrity.
• Offer flexible support to the Senior Finance Accountant and Finance Manager as needed.
• Handle general banking administration tasks when required.

Qualifications and functional requirements:

• A Bachelor\'s degree in accounting or management accounting is a prerequisite with at least 2–3 years working experience in an accounting role.
• Familiarity with fundamental business and strong accounting principles and practices are expected.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, with a particular emphasis on advanced Excel skills, is essential.
• Knowledge and adherence to data privacy standards is expected.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a structured and organized approach to daily tasks is important.
• Strong time management skills are required for effective task prioritization.
• The capability to perform well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment is crucial.
• A strong focus on achieving results and meeting objectives is a key attribute.
• Exceptional internal customer service skills are necessary.
• Effective communication, both written and verbal, is an important aspect of the role.
• Superior attention to detail is vital for accuracy in tasks.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills are critical.
• Familiarity with SAP system is advantageous.
• Knowledge of auditing principles is a plus.
• Ability to work extended hours when required, especially over month ends and year end (December).