Financial Accountant
- R35,000 per month
- Permanent Senior position
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Cape Town
- Posted 17 May 2024
- Expires in 17 days
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Job 2567466 - Ref CPT000327
About the position
Our client, based in Hout Bay Cape Town, is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their fast-paced, operationally excellent, owner-managed company committed to providing a dynamic and rewarding work environment, where team members can grow and develop their careers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monthly variance analysis of income statement and balance sheet.
- Review ledgers to ensure accurate coding of revenue and cost to GL accounts and divisions.
- Assist with production of financial and management accounts.
- Preparation of monthly VAT Turnover reconciliation and submission of VAT 201.
- Verify stock transactions and reconcile stock takes and report variances.
- Handle HP finance, maintain fixed asset registers, and oversee depreciation schedules.
- Assist with the preparation of supporting documents for relevant SARS audits.
- Assist with audit file preparation for both internal and external auditors.
- Work closely with the Head of Finance to ensure robust financial controls.
Skills and Attributes:
- Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated experience or a strong desire to be more commercial in approach, understanding business functions and dynamics to drive financial success.
- Operational Excellence: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with various levels of personnel in the company.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Team Player: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Continuous Learner: Desire for continuous improvement and learning new skills.
- Professionalism: Ability to deal with people of all levels with confidence and passion.
- Self-Motivated: Ability to self-motivate and manage to meet deadlines.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles advantageous.
- BCom Accounting/Finance degree.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an accounting role, preferably within a small to medium-sized business.
- Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.
- Experience with XERO; Spotlight Reporting would be advantageous.
- Proficient in advanced Excel functions such as VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, and pivot tables.
Desired Skills:
- SAIPA/SAICA
- Accountant
- Finance
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