Cape Town City Centre: Accountant

A large, successful multinational sports body is seeking an Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of data and reports. Key Results/ Accountabilities expected Processing of General Ledger journals accurately within the period of reporting Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for review and sign off, and ensure reconciling items are cleared within 2 months of reporting. Preparation of monthly VAT reconciliation and filing thereof with SARS. Respond to SARS queries on VAT matters timeously. Review employee reimbursements in the ERP system. Reconciliation of the AP employee expense account. Track and follow up on credit card spend and ensure timeous accounting of transactions by Line Managers. Analysis of general ledger accounts and reporting of variances every month. Open and maintain new and existing general ledger codes in ERP system and ensure any amendments are authorised. Publish the accurate and complete management accounts for Line managers to review Input weekly forex rates on the ERP system. Perform Ad-hoc financial activities, e.g., budget uploads and structure amendments in ERP system, and in line with business needs. As well as STATS SA data, etc. as and when needed Execution of salary deductions in the payroll system. Attend to GL audit queries within agreed turnaround times. Prepare an amortisation schedule for loans receivable from member unions that would ensure accurate funds are recovered. Experience & Expertise (Typical educational qualifications & experience) Educational background BCom qualification – Essential 5 years experience in a financial reporting environment – Essential Core Competencies Leadership & People Development – Provides support and shares knowledge with peers. Welcomes feedback and learning. Resilience – Seeks support when overwhelmed and takes initiative to manage stress and emotions constructively. Operational Excellence & Ambassadorship – Delivers assigned tasks reliably and upholds values in everyday actions. Agile Innovation & Adaptability – Responds to change with flexibility. Open to learning and trying new ways of working. Collaboration & Communication – Shares relevant information clearly. Listens to understand and contribute constructively in teams. Strategic & Commercial Thinking – Understands goals and considers basic resources Technical Competencies Reconciliations, both statutory and balance sheet IFRS accounting Analytical Skills -Essential Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office Suite / ERP systems) – Essential Problem-Solving Skills – Essential Planning and organising -Essential Financial Acumen – Essential Financial impacts in decision-making.