Financial Accountant (Fixed-Term Contract)

Capitec; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in South Africa is seeking an Entry-level Financial Accountant on a fixed-term contract. The role involves ensuring accurate financial transactions, reviewing financial results, and performing Balance Sheet reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and some accounting experience, preferably with knowledge of SAP. Commitment to diversity is part of the company's ethos.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years post articles working experience in Financial Accounting.
• Understanding of IFRS, GAAP, and South African Tax (VAT).

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial accounting transactions are accurately recorded.
• Review and analyze financial results for accuracy.
• Perform and review Balance Sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communications Skills

Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)

Interpersonal & Relationship Management Skills

Numerical Reasoning Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Reporting Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting - Financial Accounting

Honours Degree in Accounting - Financial Accounting (ideal)

Tools

SAP Accounting System

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Financial Accountant (Fixed-term contract)

Purpose Statement

To ensure all financial accounting transactions are effectively and efficiently recorded and accounted for within the financial results.

To review and analyse financial results to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

To perform and review Balance Sheet reconciliations to ensure all Balance Sheet values are comprehensively substantiated.

To provide subject matter expertise, technical knowhow, experience, oversight, and guidance for others in respect of a portfolio, function, or department.

Experience

• Min: 0 to 2 years post articles working experience of Financial Accounting, including responsibility for executing a wide range of accounting functions.
• Ideal: SAP system (accounting module / s).
• Providing financial advisory support to Business.

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting - Financial Accounting.

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• Honours Degree in Accounting - Financial Accounting.

Knowledge and Understanding Of

• IFRS
• GAAP
• Accounting principles
• Computerised accounting systems and principles
• South African Tax and specifically VAT

Management of accounts

• Financial analysis of large volumes of data in an efficient manner and interpretation of results
• Business communication
• Microsoft Office Suite of tools
• Knowledge of SAP Accounting System (ideal).

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communications Skills
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Numerical Reasoning skills
• Problem solving skills
• Reporting Skills

Conditions of Employment

Clear criminal and credit record.

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Banking

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa