Assistant AccountantAre you ready to take your accounting career to the next level and be part of a vibrant team?We're searching for an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant who is passionate about numbers and eager to make a real difference. In this role, you'll be a key player in our finance team, ensuring everything runs smoothly.What You'll Do:Oversee the daily administration and maintenance of our investment programmes and project systems.Handle settlements for month-end closings with accuracy.Provide valuable insights by managing weekly cash flow related to capital and operational expenditure (CAPEX) projects.Maintain and update the fixed asset registers for the division.Review and verify income and expenses before the month-end to ensure accuracy.Manage inventory reporting and ensure precise tracking.Prepare and process accurate journals for the General Ledger.Handle monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including VAT, with precision.Assist in preparing financial analysis with commentary to close off the reporting month.Contribute to the preparation of input schedules for statutory returns (Income Tax and VAT).Help with the preparation of financial statements and ensure we're audit-ready with comprehensive schedules.Provide backup support to other Assistant Accountants and tackle ad-hoc tasks as needed.What You Bring:Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, with a strong grasp of numbers.Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with everyone from senior management to operational staff.A solid understanding of accounting and financial principles, processes, and practices.Experience in managing fixed assets and CAPEX is essential.High attention to detail with a well-organised and structured approach to your work.A team-player attitude, with the ability to promote teamwork and put the success of the team above your own interests.Flexibility to adapt positively to change and handle longer working hours during peak periods with ease.Qualifications and Experience:BCom Accounting or National Diploma in Accounting.2-4 years of relevant experience in a similar finance role.Experience with SAP is required, and familiarity with Sage is a bonus as we are transitioning to this system.Working knowledge of Income Tax and VAT legislation.Experience with fixed assets is highly advantageous.Why You'll Love This Role:If you're detail-oriented, highly organised, and excited about contributing to a dynamic finance team, this is your chance to grow and develop in an environment that values innovation and excellence. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your skills and expertise will truly make an impact!