Accountant at FlySafair

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12;
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Preferred);
• Completed Articles;
• Final year studies with work experience will be considered;
• 1 -3 years' Accounting experience post articles (Essential);
• Experience in analysing financial data and preparing financial reports;
• Experience in the preparation and finalisation of accounts in accordance with current South African regulations;
• Experience in an accounting software package (Advantageous);
• Prepared to work extended hours as and when required;
• Knowledge of Finance, Accounting, and Cost Control principles including IFRS;
• Knowledge of automated Financial and Accounting reporting systems;
• Knowledge of financial regulations;
• Relevant theoretical knowledge;
• Advanced PC literacy (Microsoft) (Essential);
• Good presentation skills;
• Good financial acumen;
• Complex problem-solving;
• Effective decision-making skills;
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, highly stressful environment;
• Deadline-driven;
• Conflict resolution skills;
• Ability to facilitate group meetings;
• Attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records;
• Prepare general ledger postings and statements;
• Reconcile accounts in a timely manner;
• Provide assistance and support to company personnel;
• Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies;
• Inform superior and compile reports/summaries on activity areas;
• Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws;
• Constantly update job knowledge;
• Manage the team's workload through the Finance Manager for approvals and related matters;
• Provide accurate and timely monthly reports for management review;
• Process and verify financial information to accurately reflect the financial position of the Company on according to IFRS;
• Assist with auditor’s files and processes;
• Provide auditors with information required for year-end audit;
• Acts as a resource, coach and mentor;
• Serves as a role model, leading by example;
• Act as the initial approver for leave requests;
• Identify and remove barriers that reduce efficiency or effectiveness;
• Provide support to team members in achievement of team goals;
• Participate in interviews as part of the hiring process where required; Effectively communicate with staff on all levels and coordinate the financial reporting process;
• Communicate and respond to queries internally and from the client, assisting Line Managers in resolving such queries.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Professional;
• High integrity;
• High degree of patience and assertiveness;
• Reliable and dependable Ethical, tactful, dependable and accountable;
• Process and results-driven;
• Immaculate time keeping;
• Self-motivated;
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and diplomacy, using good judgement and discretion.