Our client is searching for a Financial Accountant to join their team
KEY RESULT AREAS Managing the daily financial activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeous processing of transactionResponsible for Intercompany accounts\reconciliations\Journals etc.Resolve differences in transactions between sitesArrange for payment of intercompany creditors' accountsPreparations\Analysis of monthly VAT submissions, schedules and queriesAnalysing incorrect VAT InputsAnalysing VAT not claimedAnalysing Zero-Rated SalesDocumentationProduce monthly management accounts and supporting schedulesPreparing variance analysis for the budget vs actual expenditureMonthly Capex Reporting (consolidation\reconciliation) Actuals\Forecasting and BudgetsAssist with the completion of the quarterly and annual statutory reportsAssist with the preparation of the budget, financial forecasts and reporting of varianceVarious cost centre reporting, analysis and cost managementChecking and enforcing adherence to the financial policiesPreparation\Analysis\Review of Tax PacksPreparation\Analysis\Review Audit PacksPreparation\Review of Reconciliations – General Ledger Accounts \ Creditors Recons\Bank ReconciliationsReview of Revaluations (CFC\Debtors\Creditor etc)INFOR Integration Mapping, management and setupMonth-end close and related proceduresMonthly journal vouchersDaily operational tasks (AR/AP/GL queries)Invoicing of customers (where manual invoices are required)Assisting with Tax and VAT complianceInternal procedure adherence and implementationInternal Controls ReviewFollow up on implemented recommendationsContinuous assessment of previous recommendationsEnsure business processes are being followed for all areasAudit assistance (both internal and external)Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are metResolve accounting discrepancies and irregularitiesEnsure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenue and expensesCapture & reconcile petty cash accountsEnsure all supplier's invoices are appropriately authorized for paymentCost charge-outs and recoveries (Insurance, etc.
)Tax SchedulesAnalysis\completion of Learnership schedulesAssist with Insurance declarationsINFOR – GL Master dataCOA (Chart of Accounts)New COA'sMaintain ExistingDimensionsNew & Maintain ExistingOperating UnitsCost Centres\Machine CodeOperational CodesINFOR Budget UploadsINFOR Year End processREQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BCom/ BCom Honours in Accounting / FinanceREQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE Minimum 4-10 years experience in a related fieldRECOMMENDED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALITIES Proficient in MS Office, specifically ExcelPractical hands-on accounting knowledgeKnowledge of INFOR and Finnivo will be an advantageExcellent VAT knowledge essentialExcellent communication skills across all levelsAttention to detail and accuracy is vitalProcess driven mind-setAble to work in a high-pressure environmentMust be a team player with the ability to work independentlyAbility to meet tough deadlinesService orientated mindsetExcellent Excel skillsBe a logical thinker with strong financial, administrative and organisational skills.Must be committed, positive and hardworking and exhibit judgement and problem-solving skills