Our client is a prominent private company that owns several established outlets in the Western Cape. They are expanding and need enthusiastic people to support this growth, which includes a Financial Accountant position based at our Head Office in Blackheath, Cape Town  
Our client is recruiting an experienced Financial Accountant to join their team. Job Purpose The main function of this position is to perform the financial accounting tasks that are required for the production of the monthly management accounts. In this regard, the financial accountant will have the support of a junior accountant, creditor clerks, and store-based administration managers. 

Responsibilities: Processing of monthly journals (payroll, sales, cost of sales, depreciation, revenue and expense, general accruals, etc.) to finalize the monthly accounts. Reconciliation of General Ledger clearing accounts, other General Ledger accounts, and resolution of outstanding to ensure completeness and accuracy. Produce the management accounts and perform the month-end close process. Maintenance of fixed asset registers (including accounting for additions and disposals).

Periodic insurance reviews and updates of insurance values are conducted through direct communication with the companies' insurance brokers. Submission of statutory returns to SARS and any further detailed information or reconciliations related to those submissions that may be requested. Produce the annual financial statements and prepare the necessary supporting working papers that may be required for the annual financial audits.
Attending to general financial administrative matters, which includes communication with our service providers (various banks, lessors, the Spar Group (Pty) Ltd. distribution center, and external auditors).

Skills Required: Honest and trustworthy. Ability to create a teamwork environment. Attention to detail throughout the store. Ability to identify and solve problems. Take initiative, Accurate with figures, Interpersonal skills, Attention to detail – Accurate. Commitment to delivery and quality. Good people management skills. Be able to operate independently and as part of a team. Good administration skills.

Qualification and requirements: Bcom accounting honors with 4 years post-qualification experience. Alternatively, a CASA with 2 years of post-article experience. Retail accounting experience would be a significant advantage. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Quick learner and efficient. An approach that focuses on getting the work done correctly. The ability to independently complete assigned tasks within identified time frames.

Salary: Market-related

Working hours: Monday to Sunday Shifts.

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