Finance Analyst jobs in South Africa

RPO Recruitment is partnering with a leading mining company in Johannesburg to find a talented Junior Accountant to join their team of professionals. As a Junior Accountant, you will be responsible for the full accounts receivable cycle (including local & export sales, export documentation, debtors' reconciliation, updating traffic workbook, and checking letters of credit), full accounts payable cycle, cash flow forecasting, VAT & diesel refunds, completion and SARB submissions, full cashbook processing, and banking functions.

1. Invoicing:
   • Submitting local sale invoices to the applicable debtors and ensuring prices are calculated in accordance with signed contracts.
   • Checking and confirming the accuracy of all export invoices on signed contracts (signing as proof of accuracy).
   • Preparing and reviewing monthly debtor statements.
2. Executing payments:
   • Following up to ensure payments are received within debtor terms, with exceptions communicated to direct reports.
   • Submitting all required documentation to banks to confirm incoming funds are released (UCR Number).
   • Processing all receipts from debtors into SAGE 300.
   • Preparing a weekly schedule of expected payments from debtors (cash flow forecast).
3. VAT and Diesel Refunds and SARS Audits:
   • Compiling, reconciling, and submitting VAT 201 returns monthly.
   • Preparing documents for SARS audits.
   • Monitoring receipt of VAT refunds and communicating status to direct reports and CFO monthly.
4. Export and Local Sales:
   • Updating payments on the Traffic Workbook daily.
   • Reviewing Letters of Credit received from debtors for accuracy.
   • Updating monthly sales and costs on the Vessel Reconciliation per shipment.
5. Export Documentation:
   • Ensuring export documentation is endorsed and signed appropriately.
   • Submitting export documentation timely and liaising with traders on requirements.
6. Accounts Payable:
   • Receiving and capturing creditor invoices on Sage 300 daily.
   • Reconciling the non-stock clearing account monthly.
   • Checking reconciliations processed by mine creditor clerks.
   • Loading creditor payments into the banking system.
7. Cashbook Management:
   • Capturing all payments on Sage 300 daily.
   • Checking bank reconciliations against bank statements.
8. Banking:
   • Verifying banking details before loading onto the banking system.
   • Loading payments (international and local) and filing supporting documentation.

• BCom degree with preferable completed articles at a reputable auditing firm.
• Minimum of 6-8 years' experience in a related field.
• Positive attitude, dependable, ethical, and reliable.
• Uphold company values and demonstrate professionalism.
• Disciplined, responsible, and able to work under pressure.
• High numeracy skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Networking skills within and outside the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Valid driver's license (Code 8).

• Salary: R300K - R400K per year

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Apply today by contacting Keegan Wolhuter at RPO Recruitment or via LinkedIn. Visit our website: rporecruitment.us or email your CV to keegan.wolhuter@rporecruitment.us.

We will contact suitable candidates within 3 days. If not contacted, your CV will be kept on file for future opportunities.