Financial Reporting and Analysis (Month-end Process)Ensure all sub-ledgers/systems are closed as per agreed deadlinesPreparation and processing of all standard monthly journal entriesMaintenance of fixed assets.
Recording of fixed asset movements and preparation of the fixed assets reconciliationEnsure all month-end journals are prepared accurate and timeously with relevant supporting documentsAssist the Senior Accountant in the preparation of the month-end flash and address all queries timeouslyAccurately and timely prepare the management accounts ensure all variances are investigated and resolvedEnsure that all balance sheet account reconciliations are prepared and submitted for review timeouslyTimely and accurate submission of consolidated monthly reports,Ensure timely close of all systems at month-endPreparation of monthly financial overview reporting including variance analysis against budget and prior year, providing explanations and business solutions to help mitigate the risks;Identify, investigate and analyze factors influencing business performance.TaxationEnsure compliance with all tax laws and regulationsEnsure Tax/Vat returns are prepared and submitted for review prior to submission to relevant revenue authorityEnsure once approved, all returns submitted within revenue authority timelines.Monthly review of the revenue authority Statement of Account to ensure any penalties/interest levied immediately addressed with management Internal financial controlsPrepare monthly balance sheet reconciliationsEnsure compliance to delegation of authority matrixEnsure compliance to Transfer pricing policy documentEnsure minimum control standards are complied with;Assist in the preparation of quarterly risk management packs;Ensure internal controls and systems are effective and efficient;Co-ordinate and maintain company contracts registerEnsure compliance to Transfer pricing policy documentManage company document storage in line with legislative requirements People ManagementActively manage the performance of the finance team through the performance management process framework as agreed with Financial ManagerAllocate tasks appropriately and provide support;Provide support to the finance team in the completion of routine tasks and deliverables.
Address any areas of improvement identified with the Financial Manager;Provide timely guidance and feedback to finance team members to ensure that responsibilities and tasks are fulfilled on time;Ensure the finance team is compliant with company HR policies and proceduresYear-end and auditAssist the finance team to ensure the timeous, accurate and complete submission of audit request to auditors;Ensure short turnaround time to resolution of audit queries so that audit timelines are met;Ensure year-end packs and supporting schedules are completed accurately and submitted within deadlines.RequirementsA bachelors degree in accounting or finance related degree.CA(SA) added advantage Drivers LicenseA minimum of 3years experience as an AccountantA minimum of 2 years experience in people management