Financial Accountant - Centurion at PPS

Job Advert Summary    

• An exciting and challenging opportunity for an energetic, attention to detail and results driven Financial Accountant exists within the Corporate Finance Department. This role will report to the Head of Department: Finance and involves the responsibility and oversight of the full accounting and reporting function.  

Minimum Requirements    
EDUCATION:

• Matric (Grade 12).
• BCom Hons in Finance or Accounting.
• CA (SA) will be advantageous.

 EXPERIENCE:

• At least two years’, post articles, working experience in a relevant financial environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Good accounting knowledge and proven track record in finance.
• Knowledge and experience of VIP and Pastel will be an advantage.
• Adept in the use of MS Office particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of statutory legislation and regulation.
• Excellent administrative skills.
• Good writing skills.
• Sound communication skills.
• The ability to function independently as well as in a team.
• The ability to meet deadlines accurately under pressure.
• The ability to motivate and influence a team.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Control and maintain the complete accounting system.
• Implement and maintain strong internal financial controls including ongoing process enhancements, automations and value-add.
• Accurate allocation of transactions and journals.
• Oversight of the creditors & debtors processes.
• Oversight and reporting of the payroll function.
• Oversight of the facilities management function.
• Establish and maintain sound work relations between Human Capital Group & Corporate Finance.
• Responsible for submission and compliance of statutory returns including tax returns.
• Ensure accurate monthly financial reporting and value-added commentary.
• Ensure compliance to, and implementation of new International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Preparation of the annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Compile the company’s budget and monitor compliance to it.
• Responsible for procurement data submission and verification for BBBEE purposes.
• Engaging the internal and external auditors.
• Overall management of the finance and facilities teams.

Closing Date    
2023/07/03