Financial Accountant

We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join a dynamic Global Business Services (GBS) Finance team based in Pinetown, South Africa.   *About the Role * The Financial Accountant will be responsible to prepare and review financial information and manage the compliance of the legal entities in South Africa. This role will report directly to the Statutory Financial Manager South Africa. We’re looking for people who are not afraid to challenge, innovate and move at a fast pace.   *Key Performance Indicators:* * Prepare and review account reconciliations and maintain a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with accounting principles and IFRS; * Complete month, quarter and year end closing processes accurately and within required deadlines; * Review and manage Administrator functions – within Treasury, Assets and Accounts payable. * Ensure a smooth audit and finalization and assist with the preparation of annual financial statements for both legal bodies; * Assist with the preparation and submission of the tax and other compliance matters within both legal bodies; *  Support and manage Harmonization projects within Finance in South Africa; * Identify areas of improvement within current processes in the Finance team and assist with driving change; * Support the Statutory Financial Manager with projects as well as general daily operational requirements.   *Requirements:* * Must have a BCom Accounting degree with Honours; * Three years completed articles, with SAICA or SAIPA; * 3 - 5 years Finance experience in the same or similar role * Must be proficient Microsoft Office, especially Excel   *Requirements:* * Must have a BCom Accounting degree with Honours; * Three years completed articles, with SAICA or SAIPA; * 3 - 5 years Finance experience in the same or similar role * Must be proficient Microsoft Office, especially Excel