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Financial Accountant x3 (3 months)
Thusa Batho Labour Solutions
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Job summary
A financial services company in Cullinan is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage financial records, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and prepare financial statements. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting or Finance, and proficiency in accounting software. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.
Qualifications
- 3 – 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of tax and compliance regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain financial records in line with IFRS.
- Produce monthly and annual financial statements.
- Manage general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
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LOCATION: Cullinan
Reporting to: Head: Finance Shared Services
Job Purpose
Responsible for managing the company’s financial records, ensuring accuracy, compliance
with accounting standards, and timely reporting. This role involves preparing/assistance with
financial statements, maintaining ledgers, overseeing reconciliations, assisting with audits, and providing insights to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records in line with IFRS for SME’s/GAAP.
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements/management accounts.
- Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations.
- Monitor accounts payable, receivable, and fixed assets.
- Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, and other statutory requirements.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
- Identify process improvements and ensure financial controls are followed.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights for decision-making.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Professional qualification (SAIPA/SAICA articles) preferred.
- 3 – 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS for SME’s, tax, and compliance regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Pastel, Oracle, QuickBooks).
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Personal Attributes
- Ethical, reliable, and trustworthy.
- Proactive and able to work independently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Team player with a collaborative approach.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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