Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION:   ACCOUNTANT

We are looking for a strong, vivacious, and robust individual in the role of Accountant.  Minimum BCom degree.  Must have solid 4-6 years experience in an Accounting role.  Must have an excellent management of people performance experience.  Will work hand-in-hand with Group Financial Manager.  Experience in a manufacturing/factory/retail environment will be of advantage.  Must be willing to work in a fast and demanding work environment.  Must be willing to go the extra mile in getting the job done.  Must be success-driven and career orientated.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for all accounting and management accountants
• Maintain control sheet for local & foreign capital contracts
• Foreign creditors payments and recons
• Check and approve local creditor recons and follow up on reconciling items
• Responsible for part of month-end journals
• General Ledger recons
• Preparation and maintenance of monthly Management Accounts (including SAP recon, queries, and trial balances)
• Part of quarterly and annual Financial Reporting, working closely with the auditors and rest of finance team

KEY STRENGTHS / ABILITIES:

• Able to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Must be energetic, active and a go-getter
• Adaptive and creative to meet deadlines
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Exceptional communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• SAP experience
• BCom Degree
• 4 – 6 years’ experience
• Own transport