An Accountant

To provide financial information to management (both financial and operational) by processing, analysing and scrutinising accounting data. Assist and support the team leader to ensure the internal controls and financial procedures are in place and adhered to.
Requirements:

BCom will be an advantage
Previous accounting experience 10 -15 years a requirement
Systems knowledge Phoenix, Computer literate
Good computer writing skills;
Computer literate and highly proficient in the use of MS Excel, with the ability to do lookups and pivots
Financial
Strong understanding of accounting & financial principles, processes and practices;
Project management should be able to identify and resolve problems or resolve with guidance in a timely manner and
Prioritising and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
Personal
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Individual should have a very positive work attitude including willing to work some longer hours during peak periods;
Attention to detail and strong administrative ability: very organized and structured approach to completion of tasks;
Strong emphasis on policy and procedures and ensuring these are adhered to;
Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, which includes the ability to communicate with senior management and operational staff;
Exceptional communications skills is required, which include listening and responding objectively as well participating in discussions in meetings;
AX, Kerridge will be an advantage
Microsoft Excel literacy
Individual should be able to work and promote team work, putting the success of the team above own interest;
Individual should be able to adjust to change positively and
Swift decision making and able to respond quickly to situations as they arise; high ability to multi-task and prioritise tasks
Duties and Responsibilities:
General journals:
Prepare monthly and other journals with supporting documentation to the team leader for approval;
Should be able to display an in-depth understanding of journals presented to the team leader for approval
General Ledger Reconciliations :
Prepare reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts;
Ensure all reconciliations and reconciling items is supported;
Provide an in depth understanding of all reconciliations, reconciling items and old items on the reconciliations;
Review and analyse significant and/or problematic general ledger accounts;
Follow-up on any variances or anomalies;
Review reconciliations prepared by accountant for month end file and
Ensure intercompany amounts are reconciled and confirmed
Reporting :
Compile flash results and analysis to ensure all factors impacting flash are considered before presenting to team leader;
Finalise results and prepare a final trial balance before Hyperion deadline;
Complete monthly Hyperion packs within deadlines agreed and
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