Accountant, Durban

• Manage financial records and ensure accurate bookkeeping.
• Support decision-making by providing financial insights and reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Safeguard the company's financial integrity and cash flow management.
• Act as a link between management, auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Recordkeeping
   • Maintain and update general ledgers, journals, and financial systems.
   • Record daily financial transactions (accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, etc.).
   • Reconcile bank statements and other accounts.
2. Financial Reporting
   • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
   • Provide management with budget variance reports, forecasts, and performance analyses.
   • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of reports.
3. Compliance & Tax
   • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, etc.).
   • Liaise with external auditors and assist with annual audits.
   • Keep up-to-date with accounting standards and legal requirements.
4. Budgeting & Forecasting
   • Assist in preparing annual budgets and cash flow forecasts.
   • Monitor expenses against budget and flag variances.
   • Provide input for financial planning and strategy.
5. Internal Controls
   • Implement and monitor financial controls to prevent fraud and errors.
   • Ensure proper documentation and authorization of transactions.
   • Review processes for efficiency improvements.
6. Accounts Payable & Receivable
   • Process supplier invoices, payments, and employee reimbursements.
   • Monitor customer invoices, collections, and credit control.
   • Maintain accurate creditor and debtor records.
7. Payroll (if applicable)
   • Process payroll accurately and on time.
   • Ensure compliance with labor and tax regulations.
   • Handle employee tax certificates and reconciliations.
8. Stakeholder Liaison
   • Work with external stakeholders (banks, auditors, SARS, suppliers, customers).
   • Support internal teams with financial queries and advice.
   • Report financial risks and opportunities to management.