Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records;
Prepare general ledger postings and statements;
Reconcile accounts in a timely manner;
Provide assistance and support to company personnel;
Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies;
Inform superior and compile reports/summaries on activity areas;
Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws;
Constantly update job knowledge;
Manage the team's workload through the Finance Manager for approvals and related matters;
Provide accurate and timely monthly reports for management review;
Process and verify financial information to accurately reflect the financial position of the Company according to IFRS;
Assist with auditor's files and processes;
Provide auditors with information required for year-end audit;
Act as a resource, coach, and mentor;
Serve as a role model, leading by example;
Act as the initial approver for leave requests;
Identify and remove barriers that reduce efficiency or effectiveness;
Provide support to team members in achievement of team goals;
Participate in interviews as part of the hiring process where required;
Effectively communicate with staff on all levels and coordinate the financial reporting process;
Communicate and respond to queries internally and from the client, assisting Line Managers in resolving such queries;
Grade 12 or equivalent;
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Preferred);
Completed Articles; Final year studies with work experience will be considered;
1-3 years' Accounting experience post articles (Essential);
Experience in analysing financial data and preparing financial reports;
Experience in the preparation and finalisation of accounts in accordance with current South African regulations;
Experience in an accounting software package (Advantageous);
Prepared to work extended hours as and when required;
Knowledge of Finance, Accounting, and Cost Control principles including IFRS;
Knowledge of automated Financial and Accounting reporting systems;
Knowledge of financial regulations;
Relevant theoretical knowledge;
Advanced PC literacy (Microsoft) (Essential);
Good presentation skills;
Good financial acumen;
Complex problem-solving;
Effective decision-making skills;
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, highly stressful environment;
Deadline-driven;
Conflict resolution skills;
Ability to facilitate group meetings;
Attention to detail;
Personal Attributes:
Professional;
High integrity;
High degree of patience and assertiveness;
Reliable and dependable;
Ethical, tactful, dependable and accountable;
Process and results-driven;
Immaculate time keeping;
Self-motivated;
Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and diplomacy, using good judgement and discretion;
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