Description:
Job Title: Financial Accountant Report to: Head of Accounting / Senior General Accountant
Seniority Level: Professional
Type: Contractor - 12 month contract
Duties and Responsibilities:Objective: Ensure highâ??quality financial reporting that supports external audit certification and maintains the reliability of financial records
Key Responsibilities
Initiate and update GL master data (GL accounts, cost centres). Prepare manual GL postings where required. Review prepayment, deposit, lease and general ledger accounts. Monitor and clear accounts in collaboration with GBS. Provide cost-centre support and resolve related queries. Review/prepare royalties accruals and journals. Perform HB1 plausibility checks and related postings.Closing Activities
Support month-end closing with GBS. Review closing results, perform required follow-ups and manual postings. Conduct monthly income statement and balance sheet checks. Manage month-end activities and trial balance reviews with accounting leadershipReporting
Support HB2 (BayRep) reporting as per allocated activity split. Complete HB1 reporting and apply new regulatory requirements. Perform monthly group reporting activities in line with guidance. Prepare documentation for new regulation/law implementation.Audit, Controls & Other
Support internal and external audits. Execute ICS controls within own area of responsibility. Provide specialised ad hoc and project support. Assist with SARS and customs audits and information requests. Issue ad hoc invoices (asset sales, miscellaneous). Create accounting posting requests (WPA).Required Skills & Experience
Qualifications: BCom Degree in Accounting Experience: Minimum 5 years in a Financial Accounting role. Articles experience advantageous. Technical Skills: Strong SAP proficiency, Advanced MS Excel skills Personal Attributes: Strong collaboration across functions and geographies, High attention to detail, Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines Sectors:Pharmaceutical, Financial Services
Functions:Accountant
30 Jan 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za