Temporary Financial Accountant (3 Months)

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Germiston is seeking a Temporary Financial Accountant for a 3-month contract. The role involves supporting financial accounting, compliance, and reporting processes, with responsibilities including tax filings, analyzing financial data, and assisting in statement preparation. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and an undergraduate qualification in Financial Accounting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance and accounting-related roles.

Responsibilities

• Comply with tax filing requirements and advise management.
• Gather, monitor, and analyze financial data.
• Assist in preparing financial statements.
• Investigate allocation variances in the general ledger.
• Monitor and report accounting discrepancies.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Advanced computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate qualification in Financial Accounting or Financial Management

Job description

Job Title: Temporary Financial Accountant (3 Months)
Location: Germiston
Salary: R25,000 CTC
Start Date: Immediate
Articles: Advantageous

Purpose of the Position

The Temporary Financial Accountant will support financial accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting processes. The role involves analyzing financial data, investigating deviations, and ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial records.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with tax filing requirements, advising management, calculating quarterly estimated tax payments, and assembling data for quarterly and annual filings.
• Gather, monitor, and analyze financial data.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, including balance sheets, general ledgers, and income statements.
• Investigate allocation variances in the general ledger and verify accuracy.
• Monitor and report accounting discrepancies.
• Assist with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts.
• Ensure accuracy of subordinate financial records.
• Maintain quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
• Review and document deviations from business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
• Process payments as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned, in line with work, quality, and HSE procedures.

Skills and Competencies Required

• Undergraduate qualification in Financial Accounting or Financial Management.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance and accounting-related roles.

Personal Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles.
• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and committed.