Group Accountant

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain accurate financial records, including bookkeeping, reconciliations and journal entries
• Ensuring timely payments of accounts payable
• Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations including submission of returns
• Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements
• Provide support to the accounting team as needed
• Manage intercompany loan accounts and transactions between our group of companies
• Reconcile intercompany balances and resolve any discrepancies
• Prepare intercompany invoices and ensure proper recording of intercompany transactions
• Perform any other duties required that could be expected from the position
• Manage 5 team members in the accounting department

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Completed articles (SAICA or SAIPA) would be advantageous
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in SAGE Partner or Evolution and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• Clear Credit and Criminal checks
• Validation of Highest Level of Education
• Valid References