Accountant

ACCOUNTANT

Location:

Foreshore CBD, Cape Town

Employment Type:

Permanent

Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on

Accountant

to manage the day-to-day accounting and financial administration of the business.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that routine accounting functions are completed accurately, timeously and in accordance with accounting standards. This is a

hands-on accounting role

suited to an individual who is comfortable working across the full accounting cycle, from capturing customer invoices and managing debtors and creditors through to assisting with reconciliations, month-end procedures and management accounts.

The ideal candidate will be

sharp, analytical, commercially aware and highly detail-oriented

, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of their responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Administration

Manage the day-to-day accounting functions of the business.

Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and timeously.

Capture and process supplier invoices.

Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

Allocate and process bank transactions.

Perform regular bank reconciliations.

Maintain the debtors and creditors ledgers.

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.

Follow up on outstanding receivables and customer account queries.

Prepare payment runs and supporting documentation for approval.

Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.

Assist with month-end close procedures and accounting schedules.

Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.

Assist with audits, tax submissions and other statutory requirements.

Ensure financial information is accurate, complete and up to date.

Stock & Operational Administration

Oversee and assist with warehouse stock releases and related documentation.

Assist with monthly stock reconciliations.

Investigate stock variances and discrepancies.

Assist with general operational administration where required.

Ensure relevant financial and stock documentation is properly maintained.

Trade Finance, Imports & Foreign Currency

Assist with financial administration relating to trade finance transactions.

Assist with customs and import-related accounting documentation.

Process and reconcile foreign currency transactions....