Cape Town City Centre: Branch Accountant

Key Responsibilities Bank Account Process daily bank transactions, reconcile accounts, and load payments on internet banking. Petty Cash Handle petty cash payments and receipts, process daily transactions, and deposit excess cash into the bank as required. CODs (Cash on Delivery) Reconcile CODs, prepare payment documentation, and submit to finance for processing. Creditors Process expenses in Automate, reconcile all creditors documentation, and forward for payment. Ensure all creditors are paid within agreed terms. Debtors Monitor debtor accounts to ensure payments remain within terms. Follow up on outstanding payments and address customer queries. Send monthly statements and liaise with Parts & Workshop regarding cash accounts, including receipt of payments and query resolution. WIPS & Warranty Monitor and communicate documentation flow with the workshop. Attend meetings with workshop staff to manage warranty and work-in-progress documentation. Workshop Productivity Prepare daily productivity reports and share with workshop staff and Departmental Planner (DP). Discuss weekly productivity issues with the Workshop Manager and identify solutions for improvement. DOC Prepare daily DOC reports and forward to managers. Discussions Conduct informal discussions with departmental managers regarding their figures to identify areas where reporting or information can provide assistance. Fixed Assets Prepare monthly fixed asset reports, assist with audits, process new capital expenditure applications, and update asset files. Balance Sheet / GL Reconciliations Prepare and continuously follow up on outstanding issues to ensure reconciliations are accurate and complete. Financial Reports Analyze income statements, balance sheets, budgets, and other financial data. Meeting Reports Prepare meeting reports for the DP and department managers. Attend meetings with DP and departmental teams as required. Internal Accounts Prepare reconciliations and payment requests for internal creditors based in Cape Town. Maintenance Plans Bookkeeping and reporting for vehicle maintenance plans. Prepare invoices for each vehicle on MTP and forward to customers. Sundry Invoices Prepare and submit sundry invoices to finance. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Support your manager constructively, maintaining strong internal departmental relationships. Manage work efficiently and effectively. Maintain a high quality of work ethic at all times. Build effective internal and external relationships through clear and professional communication. Develop and improve knowledge and skills of colleagues where appropriate. Ensure trial balances and general ledger reconciliations are accurate and up to date. Comply with company policies and procedures consistently. Maintain proper filing and housekeeping of financial documentation. Ensure effective control of company assets at all times. Demonstrate strong time management and priority-setting skills. Minimum Requirements BCom Degree in Accounting or equivalent. Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role (experience in commercial/dealer environments advantageous). Proven experience handling recruitment processes. Valid Code 8 drivers licence. Personal Attributes Confident and proactive, anticipating issues and requirements. Approachable and professional in manner. Team player with a positive and respectful attitude.