Financial Accountant

Reflex Solutions; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable ICT solutions provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Accountant to maintain financial records and manage daily transactions. Key responsibilities include managing accounts payable, assisting in monthly closings, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Candidates should have a Grade 12/Matric certification, relevant qualifications, and prior accounting experience in the ICT sector, with strong skills in SAP. This position requires excellent attention to detail and financial acumen.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an accountant in the ICT sector.
• ICT experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the financial records by recording daily transactions.
• Process supplier invoices and reconcile expenses.
• Assist with monthly close of accounts and VAT returns.

Skills

Excellent MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Education

Grade 12/Matric

Relevant certification and/or qualification

Tools

SAP business one

Job description

About Reflex

Established in South Africa 23 years ago, Reflex Solutions has quickly grown into a reputable ICT solutions provider with a proven track record of renowned ICT solutions in the retail-sector and a strong FNO partnership network. We boast a team of highly experienced technical professionals, empowering us to deliver quick and high-quality service offerings for building and managing the backbone that propels our customers' businesses forward. We currently provide ICT solutions to over 500 retail outlets, as well as services to the Property Management, Hospitality, Logistics and Legal sectors.

About the role

The accountant is responsible for maintaining the financial records of the company by accurately recording the day-to-day financial transactions of the company.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (focus):
  • Monthly creditors recons
  • Process supplier invoices, track and reconcile expenses
  • Reconcile GRV account
  • Process all payments
  • Load payments into bank for processing
  • New supplier applications
  • Expense claim & Credit card management
• Accountant receivable (Ability/Standby):
  • Customer Relations
  • Monitor Debtors book
  • Follow up with slow paying debtors
  • Prepare weekly debtors reports
  • Company cash flow management and communication to management of upcoming problems
  • Management of invoice queries
  • New supplier screening and application form completion (Credit vetting of new customers)
• Sundry:
  • Any other duty delegated to you by the FM relating to general Accounting and admin functions
• Financial Accounting:
  • Assist FM with monthly close of accounts, including
    • Balance sheet recons
    • Preparation and posting of all journals required
    • Bank reconciliations and cash book postingsCheck completeness of all payments
  • Assist FM to prepare and complete monthly VAT returns
  • Assist in all statutory requirements, secretarial, tax and legal
  • To ensure that all work is complete, accurate, and valid and that all deadlines are met (e.g. fiscal month cut-off, payments, account reconciliations, reporting and operational issues)
  • Assist FM in year-end audit preparation
  • Preparation of management packs
  • Stock counts
  • Revenue and cost assurance

Education, Experience and Skills

• Grade 12/Matric
• Relevant certification and/or qualification
• Previous experience as an accountant in the ICT sector
• ICT experience is essential
• Excellent MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent planning, organising and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional appearance and approach
• SAP business one is essential