Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management:

• Handle the full accounting function, including preparing and managing balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Oversee tax compliance and computation, ensuring all tax obligations are met.
• Perform month-end financial close-off, including working after hours from home if necessary.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Operational Involvement:

• Be prepared to assist with shipments in and out of the warehouse, working hands-on when required.
• Collaborate with the team in the warehouse for smooth operations related to financial shipments.
• Leadership & Growth:

• Supervise and mentor the Junior Accountant, ensuring professional development.
• Work closely with the business owner, with potential to grow into a director position based on performance.

Requirements:

• Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in a Financial Manager role or similar position.
• Proven experience in managing the full accounting function in a small business environment.
• Tax understanding and computation skills.
• Education & Skills:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of balance sheet preparation, cash flow management, and tax compliance.
• Proficiency in financial software and Excel.
• Characteristics:

• Hands-on, proactive, and willing to support various functions within the company, including operational tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work overtime from home, particularly during month-end close-off.
• Location & Travel:

• Must reside in the proximity of Midrand, Centurion, or Pretoria to minimize commute time.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: Salary, CTC, inclusive of medical aid and pension.
• Incentive: Annual performance-based incentive in December (not guaranteed).

Potential for Growth:

• Opportunity to grow into a director role, depending on performance and company needs.

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