Senior Accountant

Kingsleyirons Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 550 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Accountant in Johannesburg. This role involves ensuring financial transaction accuracy, compliance with standards, and providing insights for decision-making. Candidates should have a BCom Hons degree in Accounting and 3-5 years of experience. Advanced Excel and analytical skills are essential. Join a dynamic finance team and contribute to strategic goals.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in an accounting role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Analyse financial data to provide actionable insights.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time Management

Advanced Excel

Education

BCom Hons degree in Accounting / Management Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Description / Synopsis

A reputable pharmaceutical group is looking for a finance professional to join their team as a Senior Accountant. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions, compliance with accounting standards, and providing valuable insights to support strategic decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Hons degree in Accounting / Management Accounting
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in an accounting role
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Advanced Excel skills essential
• Power BI experience advantageous
• Good Time Management Skills

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Analyse financial data and performance metrics to provide actionable insights
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes and assist in audits
• Manage payment processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, resolving variances
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls to ensure compliance
• Oversee and reconcile stock receipts, resolving discrepancies with suppliers
• Support inventory valuation processes in collaboration with procurement and supply chain
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting with accurate financial insights
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes
• Process automation

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