General jobs in South Africa

Overview

Reference
Group Accountant

Salary
ZAR/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- Johannesburg Metro -- Johannesburg

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
17 January 2025

Our client is looking for a Group Accountant to manage financial reporting, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and support effective decision-making through accurate financial data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical reviews of general ledger accounts, investigating and reporting any variances.
• Confidently present management accounts with meaningful insights.
• Respond to accounting requests from the Group Financial Manager and CFO.
• Prepare and post all necessary journal entries to ensure accurate monthly accounts.
• Ensure timely month-end closing of all related functions.
• Assess and process all provisions accurately, ensuring proper management approval.
• Review and resolve stock variances in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Conduct profit and loss reviews and balance sheet analyses, including working file preparation.
• Compile inventory reports and oversee payroll-related control account reconciliations.
• Submit accurate statutory returns within deadlines.
• Provide TMI reporting to Germany and ensure compliance with local and international standards.
• Approve VIM processes for accounts payable invoices in alignment with the approved approval matrix.
• Oversee purchase requisition approvals and verify general ledger accounts and cost centers.
• Ensure accurate closing of Accpac ERP systems as per company guidelines.
• Support year-end audit file preparation and associated tasks.
• Manage payments and ensure timely bank releases.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word) and ERP systems such as Accpac or SAP.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Confident communicator, capable of presenting complex financial information clearly.
• Independent and self-motivated, with a strong ability to work collaboratively.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within a corporate environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and work accurately under pressure.

• BCom Accounting degree or equivalent qualification.