Accountant JHB South

SUMMARY:
Accountant

POSITION INFO:

Accountant (POS25055)

Johannesburg South

R 50 000 pm + benefits

Requirements:

• BCom Accounting degree is required.
• Proven experience in assisting with the completion of financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Previous experience in VAT and tax compliance is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties:

• Assist in the preparation, analysis, and completion of financial statements.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset register.
• Implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support external processes by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Submitting statutory returns / information (CIPC).
• Assist with Costings and margin analysis.
• Assist in managing accounts payable and receivable functions as required.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve financial processes and reporting.
• Support the finance team with ad hoc financial projects and reporting requirements.
• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Taxation: Monthly VAT returns, Assist in completion of annual corporation tax returns.
• Budgets and Forecasts:
• Assist in preparation of the annual budget of specific GL lines in the business, i.e. motor vehicle expenses.
• Assist in preparing quarterly forecasts.
• Annual Audit: Assist in Preparation of group consolidated AFS (CASEWARE). Certain disclosures.
• Assist in Preparation of tax computation.
• Reporting: Annual ESG reporting, Annual supplier spends reporting (LkG).

Closing Date: 31 March 2025

Send all CV’s to and use reference: POS25055 Accountant