Internal Accountant |US and AU BPO|R33000-R35000| Medical Aid + Provident Fund|15:00-24:00 Shift

• Great Health Insurance for you and 1 dependent from day one
  
• Life insurance from your first day
  
• Market leading salary
  
• Attendance bonuses
  
• Health and fitness programs
  
• Regular social activities
  

• The Accountant will take ownership of the payroll, timekeeping, and end-to-end general accounting and bookkeeping function, from processing to balancing and reconciliation of accounting records and statements.
  
• The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of South African Accounting Standards, Auditing, and Admin procedures and will be an asset to the Accounting team. The individual shall be an excellent team player; very keen on details, love working within a busy environment and possess a high level of integrity, sense of urgency, and flexibility.
  
• Perform end-to-end general accounting tasks, including accounts payable and accounts receivable
  
• Bookkeeping and preparation of payroll tax (South African Taxation Office Compliances)
  
• Prepare billing invoices for clients and follow-ups for collections
  
• Keep the system updated and maintain proper documentation for all transactions
  
• Prepare summary of billings and payments, liquidations, breakdown of fees, as requested by clients
  
• Maintain and observe absolute confidentiality of all company s transactions, records, and documents
  
• Check figures, postings, invoices, and other documents to ensure that they are accurate, properly coded, and contain appropriate authorization for payment
  
• Prepare petty cash replenishment report, proper designation of accounts and maintains petty cash fund
  
• Prepare and process payment due to suppliers/vendors for the purchases; operational expenses - rental, condo dues, parking, power & light, communications, etc.; reimbursements for out-of-pocket expenses and other expenditures
  
• Record transactions and maintain books of accounts
  
• Payroll preparation and disbursement
  
• Prepare vouchers and check payments
  
• Respond to tickets that come through the ticketing system
  
• Adhere to SLA s around services that we provide via ticketing system
  
• Prepare monthly financial reports including but not limited to financial statements, cash flow statements, aging of receivables/payables and other financial schedules
  
• Prepare timely payments, periodic reports, and remittances to government agencies
  
• Assist and address payroll and accounting-related inquiries and concerns
  
• Understand that communication with customers is critical and not be afraid to pick up the phone and speak to a client
  
• Work as a part of a global organization learning how to assist other accounting departments outside South Africa with their needs also.
  
• Perform other ad-hoc tasks as necessary
  

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or any relevant field
  
• At least 7+ years experience as General Accountant or equivalent in a South African based Company is required
  
• Well-versed in SA accounting, taxation, and payroll preparation
  
• Extensive experience in South African Taxation Office Compliances
  
• Expertise in end-to-end Accounts payable and receivable function
  
• Knowledgeable in basic and advanced accounting and financial principles and practices
  
• Excellent English verbal and written business communication skills, including phone and email etiquette.
  
• Keen attention to details and has great problem solving, and organizational skills
  
• Team player and possess great interpersonal skills
  
• Flexible, and has high sense of urgency, responsibility, and integrity
  
• Advanced Excel skills.
  
• Preferred Experience
  
• At least 7+ years experience as General Accountant or equivalent in BPO industry is a plus
  
• Knowledge in any accounting Xero Accounting software is a plus