Accountant
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Job Description & Responsibilities
The Accountant position supports the Finance Managers with preparation of accounts and handling of day-to-day management of payables, receivables and posting of costs as well as the initial preparatory work for monthly financial reports.
This is a developmental position with the aim of creating a fast track for the individual employee to progress through various incremental finance department positions and responsibilities as one develops the skills, competencies, experience and academic development to move to a more senior role within the finance department.
Responsibilities include:
• Prepare all accounts up to a trial balance stage for subsidiaries within the Group, as well as assist with posting, cash flow compilation, monthly reconciliations preparation, accruals, prepayments computation and assist with forecasts and other financial reports
• Proceed with the monthly management accounts issue under the supervision of the Finance Managers
• Liaise with the external auditors where necessary and provide the necessary support
• Produce financial reports as required by management
• Prepare and file VAT returns
• Upkeep the fixed asset register
• Assist with the day to day operations
• Carry out any other responsibilities, commensurate with the employee’s experience and position, that the Finance Manager/s deem/s suitable from time to time
• Supervise the accounts receivable and payable function
Qualifications required
Applicants must be enrolled and be currently studying for an accredited accounting qualification (ACCA).
Experience required
Applicants must have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a finance department environment.
The ideal candidate must:
• Have an advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and computerised accounting packages
• Have experience in Shireburn accounting software (would be considered an asset)
Work Place
On-site
