Accountant (Manufacturing), East London

Overview: 
Our client, an established national manufacturer, is seeking a skilled Accountant with strong communication abilities, solid tertiary qualifications, and exceptional attention to detail. This is an opportunity to join a reputable organisation and contribute to a high-performing finance team.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• BCom Degree
• Completed articles (highly advantageous)
• AGA (SA) registered through SAICA / CIMA Qualification (advantageous)
• Working experience post-articles (advantageous)
• Strong IT knowledge (advantageous)
• Valid Driver's License (essential)

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post standard journals for monthly management accounts
• Foreign creditors and import documentation control
• Assist with creditors when required
• Prepare VAT return and reconcile it
• Confirm inter-company balances with other branches
• Prepare tax pack and upload on one source
• Prepare SMART pack and Upload financial statements on Hyperion on a monthly basis
• Reconcile all ledger accounts using MS Excel by the 10th working day of the new month
• Monthly Waste reports
• Treasury schedules
• Capex submissions
• Assist with internal/external audits
• Upload budget (yearly) and forecast (quarterly) onto HYPERION and prepare statutory notes on HYPERION
• Perform any other ad hoc duties that may be required.

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail