Financial Accountant

Red Ember Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Financial Accountant to prepare financial reports and perform various accounting tasks. The ideal candidate should have a B. Com in Accounting, along with 2-3 years of experience in financial services. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are crucial for managing financial discrepancies and assisting with audits. Proficiency in MS Office and intermediate Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience.
• Thorough understanding of IFRS, VAT and Income Tax.
• Must work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for assigned business units.
• Process accounting entries and prepare supporting schedules.
• Support the implementation of internal controls and report discrepancies.

Skills

Experience in Insurance or Financial services

Strong analytical skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage changing priorities and competing demand

Education

B. Com Accounting or related qualification

Tools

MS Office

Excel (intermediate)

Job description

Job Description

Red Ember Recruitment, on behalf of our client, is seeking to hire a Financial Accountant who will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial reports for the assigned business units.

• Process accounting entries and prepare supporting schedules.
• Prepare monthly petty cash, bank and GL reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT and Income Tax computations and related tax returns.
• Reconcile intercompany balances and prepare related confirmations.
• Compile supporting documentation and schedules required for external and internal audits.
• Support the implementation of internal controls, report financial discrepancies and errors.
• Assist in the preparation of Annual Financial Statements.

Requirements

• B. Com Accounting or any other related qualification.
• Experience and Knowledge required.
• Minimum of two to three (2 - 3) years' experience.
• Experience in Insurance or Financial services is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of IFRS, VAT and Income Tax.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• MS Office with solid Excel skills (intermediate)
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and competing demand.