Accountant at MRI Software

RESPONSBILITIES:

This position will assist in administering all levels of accounting and special projects as needed by management. 

• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts; general ledger operations, prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with month-end close and preparation of monthly financial statements, monthly financial reports, account reconciliations, etc.
• Record financial transactions in accordance with company policies
• Assist with preparation and coordination of the global financial statement audit
• Perform with respect to a tax-related matters/requests including VAT tax and income tax in concert with 3rd party service providers
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
• Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process (global and SA statutory)
• Analyse and interpret financial data, trends, variances to forecast and budget and other financial analyses
• Prepare weekly monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for management
• Help with treasury and cash flow activities
• Play an integral role in revenue recognition, contract organization, and deferred revenue waterfalls
• Provide value in acquisition-related due diligence or integration activities
• Various other projects, as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge and Skills: 

• Strong skills with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Adept at using technology including a variety of software packages/online portals/Cloud-based systems to capture, analyse and record information
• Strong work ethic, follows instructions, raises issues, good communication skills, solicits feedback to improve performance
• Ability to handle a wide breadth of work and responsibilities in a timely fashion, well-reviewed and with conclusions that demonstrate appropriate level of business acumen and present alternative decision points where necessary
• Willing to work extended time frames during month-end close and any other periods of critical financial activities
• Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills 
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Reviews work, self-starter, a focus on accuracy, planning, organizing, scheduling and monitoring
• Strong initiative, clear summaries of analyses and problem-solving skills
• May have to work on SA holidays if the US holidays do not correspond, ‘comp time’ will be offered in lieu

Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years accounting experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of financial reporting
• Previous experience of general accounting, US GAAP preferred, IFRS acceptable
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software
• Chartered accountant and previous audit experience are a ‘nice to have’