Financial Accountant (71123)

Job Description

• Our client, a well-established organisation in the agricultural sector, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Financial Accountant to join their team based in Camperdown.
• The successful candidate will take responsibility for a broad financial accounting function, including month-end reporting, management accounts, taxation, financial statements, budgeting, financial analysis and audit preparation.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• BCom Degree majoring in Accounting and/or Taxation, or a Diploma/Degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Financial Accountant, Accountant or similar role .
• Strong experience with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Experience with VAT, corporate income tax and provisional tax.
• Experience preparing Annual Financial Statements.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS for SMEs .
• Experience with fixed asset management and reconciliations.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Valid driver's licence.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day financial accounting function.
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets and prior-year figures and investigate significant variances.
• Assist with financial planning, budgeting, cost control and financial analysis.
• Review and authorise supplier payments and ensure accurate creditor reconciliations.
• Manage and maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation and asset verification.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure ongoing tax compliance.
• Manage corporate income tax requirements, including provisional tax calculations and submissions.
• Assist with deferred tax calculations and reporting.
• Liaise with SARS regarding income tax-related matters.
• Prepare provisions, accruals, prepaid expenses and General Ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for external audits.
• Coordinate year-end requirements, including stock counts and audit processes.
• Prepare financial reporting packs for Group and management.
• Identify weaknesses and inefficiencies within financial processes and internal controls and recommend improvements.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will be a highly organised and detail-oriented financial professional with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. You should be comfortable working independently, managing strict reporting deadlines and taking ownership of a broad accounting function.
• A proactive, hands-on approach, strong attention to detail and a high level of integrity are essential.

Location: Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal