Accountant
Role
Accountant
Location
Cape Town
Industry
Finance/Project Management
Salary
R50k / month
Our client, a Project Management organisation, is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their fast-growing team.
The employee will support the Finance Department in overseeing the entity’s accounting operations and will report directly to the Financial Controller. The Accountant will assist in the day to day running of the Finance Department across 3 jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
Manage accounts payable, vendor reconciliation, credit card reconciliations and cash flow requirements
Manage the accounts receivable process, including invoicing of clients and the collection of the receivables
Manage the bank reconciliation process
Prepare financial statements in accordance with the applicable accounting standards, including the analysis against targets and budgets, and working with non-financial managers with the monitoring thereof
Support the annual audit process
Assist with the annual budgeting process
Liaise with financial institutions regarding all banking transactions and provide general administration of banking facilities
Identify control and procedural inefficiencies, manage change and development, and implement policies and procedures to improve the efficiencies and effectiveness of the finance function
Requirements
Accounting/Finance Degree
3-5 years experience as an Accountant
Similar role experience highly favoured.
Knowledge of South African, US, or UK tax regimes is beneficial.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, efficiency, and a proactive, enthusiastic approach to their work.