Financial Reporting and Analysis (Month-end Process) Ensure all sub-ledgers/systems are closed as per agreed deadlines Preparation and processing of all standard monthly journal entries Maintenance of fixed assets. Recording of fixed asset movements and preparation of the fixed assets reconciliation Ensure all month-end journals are prepared accurate and timeously with relevant supporting documents Assist the Senior Accountant in the preparation of the month-end flash and address all queries timeously Accurately and timely prepare the management accounts ensure all variances are investigated and resolved Ensure that all balance sheet account reconciliations are prepared and submitted for review timeously Timely and accurate submission of consolidated monthly reports, Ensure timely close of all systems at month-end Preparation 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. Taxation Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations Ensure Tax/Vat returns are prepared and submitted for review prior to submission to relevant revenue authority Ensure 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 controls Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations Ensure compliance to delegation of authority matrix Ensure compliance to Transfer pricing policy document Ensure 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 register Ensure compliance to Transfer pricing policy document Manage company document storage in line with legislative requirements People Management Actively manage the performance of the finance team through the performance management process framework as agreed with Financial Manager Allocate 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 procedures Year-end and audit Assist 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. Requirements A bachelors degree in accounting or finance related degree. CA(SA) added advantage Drivers License A minimum of 3years experience as an Accountant A minimum of 2 years experience in people management