An Accountant

Fourways - The Financial Accountant will contribute to the development and implementation of the departmental accounting systems, policies, and procedures.The person will be responsible for:· applying the accounting principles and procedures through the collection, processing, recording, reconciliation and reporting of financial data; and· verifying the validity, completeness, and accuracy of source documentation.Qualifications· Financial accounting degree or equivalent.· Completed CA (SA) would be an added advantage.Relevant work experience· Understanding the requirements and application of accepted accounting practices and principles.· Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations.· Experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice· Previous experience in the property/infrastructure industry would be an advantage.· 7 years’ experience.Tasks and Responsibilities· Design, develop and implement the financial and management accounting processes such as Banking, Budgeting, Costing, Debtor and Debtor Management, Payroll, Petty Cash, Monthly Management Account.· Ensure accuracy and timely recording of invoices.· Review bank statements to ensure that all payment made in the company account are valid and can be accountant for.· Prepare short-term, medium term and long-term budgets including monitoring adherence thereto.· Follow-up with debtors (clients) to ensure that monies owed to the company are paid.· Prepare payroll information for submission to the relevant official to ensure that employee salaries are paid on-time.· Prepare payment schedules for all third-party payments and submit to the relevant manager including follow-up to ensure third parties are paid on-time.· Ensure there is always petty cash and prepare petty cash reconciliation.· Prepare Monthly Management accounts.· Ensure compliance with all SARS requirements.· Prepare Annual Financial Statements.· Analyse financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations, and maintain solutions to business and financial problem.Other· Pays attention to detail and accuracy.· Excellent communication skills.· Experience in task monitoring.· Problem solving abilities and analytical skills.· May required to work long hours as and when required (including weekends).· Experience in stakeholder management.Salary: Up to R40k/m depending on qualifications and experience