Portfolio Accountant

Wms Secure; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking a qualified Accountant to manage and maintain accurate General Ledgers, prepare financial statements in accordance with IFRS, and assist in VAT returns. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and relevant experience in accounting functions. This role promises a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Matric required, B Honours or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• SAICA Articles plus 2 years post articles experience necessary.
• 3-5 years relevant experience as an Accountant.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledgers monthly.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns on time.
• Assist property managers with finance-related issues.

Skills

Very strong communication skills

Analytical mind

Time management

Strong team abilities

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Matric

B Honours

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Maintain accurate and complete General Ledgers with responsibility for related accounting functions and staff where necessary.

General

Ensure that accurate and complete general ledgers are maintained.

Ensure that general ledger accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis and that reconciling items are cleared timeously.

Review bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.

Monthly reconciliation and confirmation of intercompany loan accounts if applicable.

Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register including the following :

the allocation and addition of Fixed Assets

monthly generation of depreciation

reconciliation of the fixed asset clearing account

reconciliation of the fixed asset register to the general ledger in Great Plains

Preparation and timely submission of monthly Vat returns via e-filing by the 25th of each month

for the respective entities making up the specific portfolio

Reconciliation of the vat clearing account

Follow up on outstanding refunds

Processing of tenant deposit refunds and appropriations.

Calculation of collection commission per the rent roll.

Ensuring that the Debtors Clearing account is reconciled and cleared on a regular basis.

Update and distribute the monthly cut-off schedule.

Identify depreciable assets from the Capex and Tenant Installation accounts.

Prepare monthly journals as required including : pro rata allocations of interest & bank charges, net income distributions and capex claims.

Prepare monthly financial packs for external clients and balance cash flow documents and supporting schedules.

Preparing weekly cash flow statements, and controlling expenditure and cash flow

All responsibilities associated with being a cheque signatory.

Review the ledgers and identify monthly accruals.

Assist in ensuring that controls and procedures are adhered to and identify control weaknesses that may require additional controls to be implemented.

Provision of accounting and administrative assistance as and when required.

Assist property managers with finance related issues relating to the property portfolio under management.

• Discuss monthly accruals with property managers and ensure that the necessary amendments are done to accurately reflect the financial status of the buildings;

Timeously prepare preliminary financial statements and advise property managers when ready.

Review preliminary financial statements per building and assess holistically whether recurring entries has been captured.

Prepare Financial Statements in accordance with

KEY COMPETENCIES

Very strong communication skills - both written and verbal

Innovative thinking and ability to follow process

Dynamic and enthusiastic

The ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of staff

Ability to make decisions

Professional attitude and capability and personal initiative

Ability to work independently

An analytical mind

A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

Matric (Must)

B Honours or a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting

SAICA Articles plus 2 years post articles in a accounting or related role

Experience

3-5 years' relevant experience as an Accountant

Audit experience will be an added advantage.

Financial statements preparation in accordance with IFRS is mandatory.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have extensive knowledge.

Of Computer Skills : Microsoft Word; Excel; accounting software; and MS Office

Skills

BUSINESS

Complete self-motivation and self-starting capabilities.

Exceptional business and people skills.

Strong team abilities.

Total reliability.

Time management.

The highest level of client and business confidentiality at all times.

Ability to ensure that the standards, disciplines and procedures of

the company are strictly maintained.

Ability to assist with the preparation to a budget.

Results focused.

Ability to lead people and a level of business maturity

commensurate with that of a professional person.

Reliability.

Positive Attitude and highly motivated

Lead by example.

Assertive and effective communication.

Sensitive to client and staff requirements and problems.

Ability to create a professional office environment.

Organization and planning skills.

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