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ACCOUNTANT - TEMPORARY POSITION - 368058
Reference: 368058
Date Posted: 2021-01-31
Job Title: ACCOUNTANT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Industry: Accounting / Auditing / Banking / Finance / Insurance
Type: Temporary
Wage / Salary: R - Market Related - P/M (Per Month)
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Country: South Africa
Closing Date: 2021-04-01
Job Description:
PURPOSE



Our client is looking for an Accountant to assist with filling a temporary maternity contract position within their office



FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES



Produce monthly management accounts for various entities, including balance sheet, income statement, and supporting schedules



Ensure Management Accounts packs are correct, and that due date deadlines are met

Review Budget Vs Actual variances and report on any variances

Reconciliation and reports of various company accounts and comment on cash flow

Prepare audit packs, and liaise with auditors regarding annual financial statements

Submission of statutory returns for VAT

Review of payments for correct allocation and VAT treatment



Weekly / daily review of all cashbooks, invoicing, debtors’ age analysis and assist in the management of the credit control process



Authorization of payments on the banking portal

Investigate expense variance, and add as notes to Income Statement schedules

Respond to and follow up on accounts queries

Respond to ad hoc projects, queries and analysis thereof

Provide support to the Financial Manager



Review of the system of internal controls and management and promotion of more effective management systems











REQUIREMENTS



Qualifications:



Tertiary qualification in Accounting. BCOM, BCOM Honours or similar



Experience & Knowledge:



2 years’ experience in a similar role

Solid knowledge of financial processes, systems and related laws

Commercial experience essential

Must have been responsible for managing accounts to balance sheet and income statement



Must have been responsible for ensuring that accounts are accurate and meaningful, and information contained in the accounts is accurate and relevant



Skills & Attributes:



Communication skills

Computer literate (experience in Google Drive, Sheets and Docs preferable)

Proven organizational skills

Able to perform under pressure

Manage deadlines and meet them

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Responsible, accountable and dedicated



Specific Requirements:



Solid and positive references

Clear health record

Clear credit record

No criminal record
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