Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

FinAccountant

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Location:

Sandton City, South Africa

Salary:

To be Discussed

SUMMARY:
General accounting activities, Prep financial report, Budgeting & forecasts, Cashflow Analysis

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Purpose of the role:

Financial Accountant to reconcile the general ledger accounts on our trial balance and update statutory records on a fixed term contract. The position will have a dual reporting line into the Finance Manager and the Group Financial Manager. This role is an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to be part of a growing organisation and contribute towards process efficiency.

The ideal candidate should pay attention to detail, be focused, structured and highly organised. The candidate should be able to work independently, managing the function, but also be team-orientated in working towards the common goal and purpose of the organisation.A Leader in the Health and Fitness industry is looking for a seasoned individual who can come in and hit the ground running. This indivudual will lead by example, by a pragmatic approach, action and ensuring they work hand in hand with the Finance Team.

Job requirements:

Perform general accounting activities
Preparation of financial report
Budgeting & forecasts
Cashflow analysis
Intercompany transactions
Review of consolidated group and subsidiary business unit general ledger accounts in the trial balance in order to identify errors.
Preparation of journal entries to correct errors identified in the general ledger accounts.
Reconciliation of amended balances to ensure they reflect the true financial position of the organisation as at the year-end.
Maintenance of well referenced electronic and manual records which will, when necessary, allow an audit trial of journal entries created to be conducted with ease.

Attributes required for the role:

Results driven with high level of initiative, teamwork, urgency, accountability and integrity
Comfortable working independently in a high growth, constantly changing, fast-paced environment with strong sense of ownership
Excellent administrative skills, attention to detail and analytical skills with a high level of comfort in working with numbers and demonstrated expertise using spreadsheet software
Effective planning, interpersonal and communication skills

Education and Background

BCom Degree
SAICA/SAIPA articles beneficial
5 years commercial experience
Advanced Excel skills
Microsoft Business Central

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