Job Description
Our client, a well-established organisation in the agricultural sector, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Financial Accountant to join their team based in Camperdown.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for a broad financial accounting function, including month-end reporting, management accounts, taxation, financial statements, budgeting, financial analysis and audit preparation.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12.
- BCom Degree majoring in Accounting and/or Taxation, or a Diploma/Degree in Accounting.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Financial Accountant, Accountant or similar role.
- Strong experience with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
- Experience with VAT, corporate income tax and provisional tax.
- Experience preparing Annual Financial Statements.
- Sound knowledge of IFRS for SMEs.
- Experience with fixed asset management and reconciliations.
- Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
- Experience working with ERP systems.
- Valid driver's licence.
Key Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the day-to-day financial accounting function.
- Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Analyse financial performance against budgets and prior-year figures and investigate significant variances.
- Assist with financial planning, budgeting, cost control and financial analysis.
- Review and authorise supplier payments and ensure accurate creditor reconciliations.
- Manage and maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation and asset verification.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure ongoing tax compliance.
- Manage corporate income tax requirements, including provisional tax calculations and submissions.
- Assist with deferred tax calculations and reporting.
- Liaise with SARS regarding income tax-related matters.
- Prepare provisions, accruals, prepaid expenses and General Ledger reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate month-end and year-end financial reporting.
- Prepare Annual Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs.
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for external audits.
- Coordinate year-end requirements, including stock counts and audit processes.
- Prepare financial reporting packs for Group and management.
- Identify weaknesses and inefficiencies within financial processes and internal controls and recommend improvements.
The Ideal Candidate
You will be a highly organised and detail-oriented financial professional with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. You should be comfortable working independently, managing strict reporting deadlines and taking ownership of a broad accounting function.
A proactive, hands-on approach, strong attention to detail and a high level of integrity are essential.
Location: Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal
