Job Description
About the Role
Our client, a specialised, privately held engineering group with a global mining footprint, is seeking an experienced Centurion: Accountant to join their dynamic team. As part of this role, you will be responsible for ensuring timely financial recordkeeping duties, including bookkeeping, accounting, reconciliation, and financial reporting up to trail balance for a dedicated area.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the end-to-end accounts payable function.
- Reconcile supplier accounts.
- Manage exceptions on accounts payable issues with suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with VAT Act.
- Raising customer invoices.
- Sending out customer statements.
- Reconcile customer payments.
- Follow up on outstanding payments and escalating where necessary.
- Contribute to the preparation of management reports.
- Monthly recon of inventory, payroll, fixed assets, suppliers, customers, VAT, and taxes accounts.
- Analyse month to month variances.
- Analyse budget to actual.
- Working side by side with the Cost Controller to provide support to the project team.
- Ensure all relevant compliance reporting and submission is done on time.
- Develop and manage the finance team to ensure they are equipped to deliver on team objectives.
- Set team targets and monitor performance against those targets.
- Drive department hiring, training and performance management and day to day HR matters.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team members to ensure their professional development.
- Ensure reporting is done accurately and timeously as per business requirements.
- Contribute to budgeting and forecast reporting.
- Assist with annual / bi-annual stock taking.
- Assist with the preparation for audits.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• At least 5 years’ experience
• Post article accounting or financial management
• Computer literacy
• Local and International taxation
• International finances including transfer pricing
• Project costing and cost control
Qualifications
No formal education/certifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not provided in the original job description.
How to Apply
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About Other Finance/Accounting Jobs in Gauteng
The finance and accounting sector is a significant contributor to the economy of Gauteng, South Africa, providing numerous opportunities for professionals looking to advance their careers. With major financial institutions, banks, and multinational corporations based in the province, there is a high demand for skilled finance and accounting professionals.
Salary ranges in Gauteng are generally in line with national averages, but can vary depending on factors such as industry, company size, and level of experience. According to recent job postings, average salary ranges for finance and accounting positions in Gauteng include:
R250 000 – R350 000 per annum for junior finance professionals
R400 000 – R600 000 per annum for experienced accountants
R700 000 – R1 200 000 per annum for senior finance managers
Key skills required for success in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng include:
Financial planning and analysis
Accounting standards and compliance (e.g. IFRS)
Data analytics and reporting
Communication and interpersonal skills
Budgeting and forecasting
Risk management
Business acumen and strategic thinking
Major employers in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng include:
Standard Bank, one of South Africa’s largest banks, with its headquarters located in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Multinational corporations such as IBM, which has a significant presence in the province, and Unilever, a leading consumer goods company.
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), which is also based in the province and provides opportunities for finance professionals to work in investment banking and stockbroking.
Career growth opportunities are available in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng, with many companies investing in training and development programs to support their employees’ career progression. Senior finance managers can move into executive roles, while experienced accountants can take on leadership positions or start their own businesses. Additionally, the JSE offers a range of training programs and certifications for finance professionals, such as the Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) program.
Overall, the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng presents numerous opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, with a high demand for skilled professionals and competitive salary ranges.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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