Financial Accountant
Financial Accountant
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Job Description
About the Role
The Financial Accountant will support the Head of Finance by maintaining accurate financial records processing day-to-day accounting transactions and assisting with monthly closing procedures up to trial balance. This role helps ensure financial data integrity and compliance with accounting standards while developing professional expertise in accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in the preparation of the annual financial budgets
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Sign off/review local and foreign creditors payments according to deadlines and credit terms
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Maintain creditors ageing
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Submit monthly reconciliations by deadline
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Reconciliation of all accounts receivable Debtors Reports
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Support accounts and finance staff
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Monthly reconciliation of supplier and customer accounts
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Review and sign off monthly creditors reconciliations
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Prepare monthly intercompany matrices and resolve variances before consolidation
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Related party reconciliations
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Conduct internal audit reviews to ensure compliance with financial standards and best practices
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Assist with internal and external audit preparation
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Serve as main contact for auditors
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Prepare monthly management reports
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Compile financial statements including balance sheets and income statements (monthly packs)
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Maintain and circulate accurate weekly cash flow forecasts
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Review P&L revenue and expense allocations
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Manage mobile and data card registers variance reporting and cost centre allocations
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Perform other duties as delegated by senior management
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Supervise junior team members and review work for management reports
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Review allocation of expenses to correct cost centres and projects
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Manage all group balance sheet tasks
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Handle fixed asset register (FAR) journals and reconciliations
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Weekly review of debtors reports
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Payment reconciliations
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Team progress reporting
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Reconciliation of finance leases
Required Qualifications & Experience
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BCom Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance
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Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in a similar role
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Strong computer literacy and Advanced Excel
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Experience with Microsoft Business Central is non-negotiable
Must have own vehicle
Desired Skills & Competencies
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Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other financial standards
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High attention to detail and strong professional ethics
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Excellent time management and organizational skills
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Dependable adaptable and eager to learn
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Strong collaboration and team-player attitude
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Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Employment Type
Full Time
