Operational Accountant needed at CLS Human Capital Specialists

JOB SUMMARY

• Our client in Germiston is looking for an Operations Accountant. The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements and handling intercompany loan accounts and transactions between our group of companies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain accurate financial records, including bookkeeping, reconciliations and journal entries
• Responsible for managing a team
• Ensuring timely payments and collections of accounts payable and receivable
• Prepare, review and analyse financial statements and reports
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations including submission of tax returns and handling objections and disputes with SARS
• 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

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA would be advantageous
• Minimum of 7 years experience
• Sound knowledge of VAT requirements
• Proficiency in accounting software Sage Evolution
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• Work well in a team as well as independently
• Deadline driven
• Highly motivated
• Clear Credit and Criminal checks
• Validation of Highest Level of Education
• Valid References