Accountant needed at Rheinmetall Denel Munition

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• The accountant will be responsible for accurate and on time financial reporting. The incumbent will be accountable for supporting the financial department’s objectives of sound financial internal controls, compliance to all internal policies and procedures and compliance to all relevant external legislation and IFRS for various companies in the group.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES:

• Full responsibilities for processing of day-to-day transactions and payment processing in smaller companies.
• Preparation of Journals
• Completion of monthly reconciliation
• Monthly updating of relevant TB accounts according to IFRS
• Identification of risks which could have a financial implication for the company.
• Performance management systems contracting, development of yourself, communication.
• Continuous improving way of work.
• Ensuring adherence to Delegation of authority
• Assist in the financial year-end audit
• Assist with updating of policies and procedures
• Other ad-hoc task as directed
• Timely compilation and capturing of flash, monthly, quarterly, quarterly forecast packs, yearend packs on German SAP system- for various companies
• Intercompany confirmation
• Preparation of annual financial statements
• Assistance with other financial reporting tasks in various companies.
• Review of cost allocations
• Preparation of budget and forecast for the smaller companies
• Cashflow management – Reports to Treasury.
• Administration and maintenance of relevant projects including budget control.
• Assisting responsible managers regarding their budgets and actual spend.
• Provide inputs for month end reporting, tax disclosures, budgets and forecasts.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• Degree in B.Com in Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• At least 4 years experience in the financial environment.
• Fully computer literate (word, Excel, PowerPoint) and knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP S/4 Hana).

Skills and competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles
• Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile in a changing work environment
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strategic thinking
• Innovative and creative
• Financial management
• Analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong planning and administrative abilities to manage priorities and ensure accurate, timely delivery.