Financial Accountant

RecruitMyMom; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial insurance company in South Africa is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage the cashbook and treasury function. The ideal candidate will prepare financial statements, manage budgets, and liaise with auditors. A diploma in Accounting or BCom is required, along with 2-3 years of experience. This permanent, in-office role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial processes.

Qualifications

• Up to date IFRS knowledge required.
• 2-3 years of post-graduate work experience needed.
• Strong accounting knowledge essential.

Responsibilities

• Daily cash/treasury management.
• Preparation of month journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with audit requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma in Accounting / BCom

Tools

Sage Accpac

Job description

Job Description
A well-established commercial insurance company seeks to place a Financial Accountant to provide close assistance to the Financial Manager. This is a permanent, full time in-office role.

The incumbent will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day running of the cashbook and treasury function and will be responsible for the following areas within the company: treasury and capital management, regulatory and financial reporting, group accounting, creditors, annual budgets, tax, consolidated shareholder reporting, and supporting broader group strategies and initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Daily cash/treasury management
• Preparation of month journals including, salaries, provisions, accruals,prepayments, investments etc
• Preparation and management of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Review of fixed asset register transactions
• Managing and maintain the inter-divisional charges and intercompany transactions
• Monthly investment committee reporting
• Preparation of CIM monthly management accounts and commentary
• Preparation of monthly CaseWare AFS
• Banking administration
• Assisting with audit requirements, preparation, and collation of documents for audit
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Assist in the preparation of divisional budgets and forecasts
• Preparation of the Annual Financial Statements
• Involvement in ad-hoc projects
• Provide any further assistance required by the team

Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting / BCom
• Up to date IFRS knowledge
• Competence with Microsoft Excel
• 2 - 3 years of post-graduate work experience
• Knowledge of insurance industry advantageous but not essential
• Experience with Sage Accpac preferable
• Strong accounting knowledge
• Attention to detail is crucial
• Excellent interpersonal (verbal and written) skills
• Able to work well under pressure
• Time management skills essential
• Team player but able to work independently
• Friendly and professional manner
• Confidence in working with people at all levels in a company
• Comfortable with change
• Innate problem solver
• Lives the company values

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