Job Description

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Financial Accountant to become part of their dynamic team!
Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, you will play a crucial role in delivering accurate financial reports for their operating entities and ensuring the timely management of statutory and tax obligations.POSITION INFO:
What Youll Be Doing:

• Oversee and review bank reconciliations prepared by the bookkeepers.
• Ensure all transactions in the general ledger are valid, accurate, and complete.
• Prepare monthly financial packs, including balance sheet reconciliations, within deadlines.
• Prepare accurate journals and monthly reconciliations with third-party partners.
• Assist with tax submissions and year-end audits, including drafting statutory financial statements.
• Contribute to

improvement projects and system implementations. * Collaborate with other departments to resolve commercial issues and improve processes.
Key Requirements:

• Accounting degree (Essential)
• Studying towards

(SA), CIMA, or SAIPA qualification (Preferred) * 2-3 years experience in a financial environment or completed articles (Essential)

• Experience with multi-national groups, ideally across Africa and/or the UK (Preferred)
• Familiarity with finance business systems (ERP platforms like Netsuite)
• Experience in preparing VAT and corporate tax returns (Preferred)
• Ability to work under pressure with advanced time management and organizational skills (Essential)
• Proficient in MS Office (Essential)

What Were Looking For:

• A hands-on self-starter with a "get it done" attitude, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to link your role to profitability and shareholder value.
• An innovative problem-solver who actively looks for process efficiencies.
• Passion for working in a multi-cultural organization committed to excellence, inclusion, and community development.
• A desire to contribute to business success while growing your own career.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*

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