Financial Accountant

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Department: Finance

Start Date: As available.

Closing Date: Not applicable.

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Core Functions

To manage the day-to-day financial accounting functions of the business, including cashbooks, reconciliations, payroll, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective financial control while supporting the Financial Manager with reporting, audits, and projects.

Details of Functions

Weekly cashbook processing (ZAR and foreign denominated accounts) and performance of bank reconciliations.
Weekly revenue processing and monthly debtor reconciliations. Liaising with the commissions department to resolve any commissions related issues.
Preparation of bi-monthly supplier payment schedules after reviewing and signing off on creditors reconciliations.
Preparing and executing payments on the banking platform.
Perform monthly payroll processing. Liaising with the payroll department to resolve any payroll related issues.
Monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts including reconciliation of all intercompany debtor, creditor and loan accounts.
Maintaining of monthly budgets.
Preparation of monthly management accounts and responding to any queries from group financial manager.
Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve any queries / respond to any requests.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Professional qualification (e.g. SAICA, ACCA, CIMA) – advantageous
3–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards

Personal Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Strong organisational and time-management skills