Senior Financial Accountant

Watershed Consulting; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee and maintain financial records, manage accounts payable, and prepare financial statements. This role involves ensuring compliance with tax laws, assisting with audits, and providing support to the accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with at least 10 years of experience, a degree in Accounting or Finance, and proficiency in accounting software. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the financial integrity of the organization and help drive strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience required.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and manage accounts payable.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and assist with audits.
• Manage intercompany loan accounts and reconcile balances.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Forecasting

Attention To Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Journal Entries

Compliance

Microsoft Office

Tax Law

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Completed articles (SAICA or SAIPA)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Financial Accountant

Area : Germiston, Gauteng

Type of position : Permanent

Salary : Negotiable up to R45000 p / m - based on qualification and experience

JOB ROLE : The position will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable, preparing financial statements and handling intercompany loan accounts and transactions between the group of companies.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Maintain accurate financial records, including bookkeeping, reconciliations and journal entries
2. Ensuring timely payments of accounts payable
3. Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports
4. Assist with budget preparation and forecasting
5. Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations including submission of returns
6. Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements
7. Provide support to the accounting team as needed
8. Manage intercompany loan accounts and transactions between our group of companies
9. Reconcile intercompany balances and resolve any discrepancies
10. Prepare intercompany invoices and ensure proper recording of intercompany transactions
11. Perform any other duties required that could be expected from the position
12. Manage team members in the accounting department

REQUIREMENTS :

1. Degree in Accounting or Finance
2. Completed articles (SAICA or SAIPA) would be advantageous
3. Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience
4. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office
5. Strong attention to detail and accuracy
6. Good communication and interpersonal skills
7. Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
8. Clear Credit and Criminal checks
9. Validation of Highest Level of Education
10. Valid References

Skillset Required : Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Financial Statements, Attention To Detail, Interpersonal Skill, Journal Entries, Compliance, Microsoft Office, Tax Law, Interpersonal Skills, Strong Attention