Financial Accountant/Senior Bookkeeper

Financial Accountant/Senior Bookkeeper

Location: Pretoria East, Gauteng Salary: R35,000 per month, negotiable

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced, hands-on Financial Accountant/Senior Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company's complete accounting and financial administration function.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Financial Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper who is comfortable working independently and who can manage the accounting function from day-to-day transactions through to month-end reporting, SARS compliance and year-end audit preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Take ownership of the day-to-day accounting function.
• Manage the full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable cycles.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Manage debtor follow-ups and creditor reconciliations.
• Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, GRNs and supplier invoices.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.

Month-End & Management Reporting

• Take responsibility for the month-end close process.
• Prepare month-end journals, including:

• Accruals and provisions
• Depreciation
• Other necessary month-end adjustments

• Prepare the monthly management accounts and close pack within 5 working days .
• Provide accurate financial information to management to support business decision-making.

Cash Flow & Asset Management

• Prepare and maintain a 13-week cash flow forecast .
• Maintain the company's fixed asset register.
• Ensure assets, additions, disposals and depreciation are accurately recorded.

SARS & Statutory Compliance

Take full responsibility for the preparation, reconciliation and submission of statutory returns via SARS eFiling , including:

• VAT201
• EMP201
• EMP501
• IRP6
• ITR14

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Diploma, B. Com Accounting or equivalent accounting qualification .
• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in an accounting environment .
• Strong practical experience in an SME or owner-managed business environment will be advantageous.
• Proven experience in preparing monthly management accounts and performing month-end close.
• Strong practical knowledge of SARS eFiling and statutory submissions .
• Working knowledge of IFRS for SMEs .
• Experience with multi-currency

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