Project Accountant Durban

*Reference: DUR002401-SN-1* Our client, a market leader in the manufacturing arena, seeks a competent self-managed individual to fulfill this 6 month contract. Reporting to the Finance Manager. *Minimum Requirements: * * B.Com Accounting Honours or CIMA qualification. * Completed 3 years SAICA Training/Articles. *Key Performance Areas:* * Provide key financial inputs into project decisions and divisional business partnering * Assist with audits and audit findings * Assist with monthly reconciliations which includes compilation and review * Drive forward a finance system conversion from Sage to JDE/Oracle and helping to maintain the validity, accuracy and completeness of the management information system at all times * Provide advice on tax-related * Ensure all taxation matters are in order, i.e. submission is done timeously and accurately with regards to VAT, Income Tax, Provisional Tax and Dividends Tax * Ensure compliance of all policies, procedures and systems with legislative, shareholder and statutory requirements (including Companies Act regulations) and advice * Compile monthly management accounts, with accurate and valid commentary on company performance * Provide accurate financial (including budget and variance) reports and schedules as required * Finalise and interpret accounts up to trial balance * Maintain all financial records and accounts: GL, Cashbook, Petty Cash, Debtors and Creditors * Ensure a methodical filing system is maintained, i.e. documentation and all related correspondence are filed and complete at all times * Prepare cashflow forecasts and conduct relevant analysis * Ensure cashflow is managed in accordance with weekly cashflow forecasts * Monitor adherence to financial systems and processes *Skills and Competencies:* * Good knowledge of relevant financial legislation (e.g. VAT legislation, Tax Legislation, Import and Export Regulations, FICA and Companies Act) * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships * Ability to handle large volumes of data and to work under pressure * Assess problems with critical decision-making skills * Attention to detail with focus on delivery * Good communication skills * Good knowledge of: * Company business planning and budgeting principles; * Financial Modelling; and * International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). * Great attention to detail and quality orientated * Planning and organising skills * Report writing * Resourceful, self-managed, honest and proactive * Ability to plan and organise * Time management skills, determined and deadline driven R 40 000 per month (cost to company)