Accountant, Cape Town

This role will be responsible for the accounting function as well as providing relevant support and decision‑making information to other functions within the business for further optimisation and efficiency.

Key performance areas

Preparing Monthly and Quarterly Management Accounts

Assisting Financial Manager in preparation of Budgets and Forecasts

Take full responsibility for the general ledger through to the trial balance

Analysis of variances and to spot trends and improve company performance

Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly cash forecasts

Liaise with Department Managers to prepare meaningful and value-added variance analysis

Loading, authorizing and approving bank payments

Sales by product and user analysis

Compile ad-hoc reports as requested

Monthly reconciliations of balance sheet line items

Manage the audit process with the external auditing firm

Payroll management&administration experience required

Working Experience with various banking platforms

ERP Systems: Xero, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Online, QuickBooks

Qualifications And Experience

BCom/BAcc Finance/Accounting degree

SAICA/SAIPA/ CIMA membership or completed article clerkship

Experience within the Tech or Hosting environment an advantage

Competencies And Skills

Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent analytical abilities

Excellent delivery standards

Ability to meet deadlines

Basic understanding of API, AI&SQL

Strong attention to detail

Assertiveness and ability to influence

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