Group Accountant

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Midrand is seeking a Group Accountant to oversee financial tasks and performance reporting for specific business units. Candidates must possess a BCom degree and have at least 3 years of accounting experience. Key responsibilities include monthly financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and maintaining compliance with company policies. Proficiency in Excel and the ability to work under pressure are essential. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' working experience as an Accountant.
• Up to date accounting experience with effective communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Monthly financial and management reporting.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain internal control and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare Exco packs and PDF documents.
• Prepare GP reports and analyze margins.
• Compile GL reconciliations monthly.
• Asset management: Capex, depreciation and related entries.
• Prepare Exco packs and PDF documents.
• Maintain internal controls and policy compliance.
• Handle ad hoc accounting tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Accounting Experience

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

BCom degree

Matric Grade 12

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

MS Office

Job description

Position

Group Accountant

Location

Midrand

Role Description

• To take responsibility for financial and other tasks related to specific business units as well as group finance activities.

Key Performance Areas

• Monthly financial and management reporting.
• Meeting specific month end deadlines in a timely manner.
• Capture financial entries, review financial performance and distribute financial reports.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparation of GP reports for analysis, and margin interrogation.
• Compilation of G.L recons monthly.
• Capture financial entries, compile reports for distribution to BU's.
• Fixed Asset Capex maintenance including applications, additions, disposal, depreciation and related accounting entries.
• Prepare Exco packs and PDF documents.
• Maintain internal control and compliance with company policies.
• Ad hoc tasks as and when requested.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric Grade 12 (Compulsory)
• BCom degree

Compulsory / Required Certifications

• Matric Grade 12 (Compulsory)
• BCom Degree

Relevant Experience

• At least 3 years' working experience as an Accountant
• Up to date accounting experience.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbally and written) with management
• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook and knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to work under pressure to manage and meet strict deadlines
• Performance driven and attention to detail. Must be able to deliver results in a team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure to manage and meet strict deadlines.
• Must be reliable and accept responsibility for the tasks assigned to them.

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

• Accounting Experience
• Communication Skills
• MS Office

Behavioral / Leadership Competencies

• Team Player
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Take Accountability

Business / Professional Competencies

• Communication Skills (Verbal & Written)
• Attention to Detail