Financial Accountant, Cape Town

Core Functions To manage the day-to-day financial accounting functions of the business, including cashbooks, reconciliations, payroll, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective financial control while supporting the Financial Manager with reporting, audits, and projects.

Details of Functions

Weekly cashbook processing (ZAR and foreign denominated accounts) and performance of bank reconciliations.

Weekly revenue processing and monthly debtor reconciliations. Liaising with the commissions department to resolve any commissions related issues.

Preparation of bi-monthly supplier payment schedules after reviewing and signing off on creditors reconciliations.

Preparing and executing payments on the banking platform.

Perform monthly payroll processing. Liaising with the payroll department to resolve any payroll related issues.

Monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts including reconciliation of all intercompany debtor, creditor and loan accounts.

Maintaining of monthly budgets.

Preparation of monthly management accounts and responding to any queries from group financial manager.

Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve any queries / respond to any requests.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Essential Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

3–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards

Personal Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Strong organisational and time-management skills

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