Cape Town City Centre: Accountant – Cape Town

Job Specification Provides financial information by maintaining and reconciling accounts and preparing reports Fixed Asset month-end reporting Ensure that all fixed asset purchases are recorded correctly in the general ledger and the fixed asset sub module reconciles to the general ledger on a monthly basis within the month end deadline Accounts for the movement of fixed assets including the transfer & disposal of assets Ensures that all assets are accounted for in terms of the accounting policy Ensure that no weaknesses are raised by the internal or external auditors reports General ledger close Raise month-end close journals which are accurate and complete within the month-end deadline Monthly review of Income Statement ensuring accuracy and completeness Preparation of Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations within the specified deadlines to ensure that the balance sheet is accurate and complete Resolve Balance Sheet reconciling items before Month-End Ensure that no weaknesses are raised by the internal or external auditors reports Income TAX & VAT returns compliance Prepares monthly tax computations and raise related journal entry Preparation of Income Tax Returns Preparation of Provisional Tax Payments Preparation of VAT returns Ensure that Taxation compliance requirements are achieved within legislation deadlines Financial statements and compliance Ensure that annual financial statements are completed within the agreed timeframes Prepare annual statutory accounts and returns in accordance with relevant legislation Keeps abreast of changes in international accounting standards and advises key stakeholders of changes Ensures that records to meet legal & tax requirements are maintained Maintains a sound internal control environment Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with relevant legislation Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed Liaise with external auditors Ensure that all information is readily available for review by the auditors within the agreed timeframe Ensure that no material errors or exceptions are identified by the auditors Resolution of auditor issues in a timely manner Ad hoc Reviewing and releasing of supplier payments on a timeous basis Reviewing and approving of supplier invoices on the Procurement Portal The above is not limited and can change to better compliment the company, as it evolves Minimum Requirements Relevant Diploma or degree At least 3 5 years experience in an Accountant role Experience within a manufacturing environment would be hugely beneficial Proficient on Microsoft Excel Financial Background Knowledge and experience in South African Tax Law Fixed Asset Register knowledge and experience Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Attention to Detail Ability to work well under pressure Effective prioritization and quick problem-solving orientation is a requirement to achieve multiple departmental deliverables on a timely basis in a fast-paced category Highly organized, with the ability to adapt to change Effective written and verbal communication skills Work independently as well as in a team Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines Kindly note that by submitting your application for this career opportunity, you agree that Guardian Recruiting may use your application for the purpose of the recruitment and selection of the said position, and this information may be shared with the relevant stakeholders in the business. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not have heard back within a two-week period, please assume that your application was unsuccessful. All job postings are in accordance with our Client’s BEE requirements. Please only send certificates when requested to do so