Description:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Accountant to join our dynamic team. Y ou will play a key role in managing the firm’s internal financial operations and ensuring accurate accounting, reporting, and compliance. The role focuses on the day-to-day accounting functions of the firm itself, including debtors, creditors, general ledger processing, reconciliations, reporting, budgeting support, and administrative oversight.
Core Accounting Functions
* Manage day-to-day accounting operations of the firm, including:
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
General ledger processing* Process accounting records and maintain accurate financial data.
* Prepare monthly management accounts and internal financial reports.* Perform tax calculations and assist with the preparation and submission of relevant tax returns (where applicable).
* Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
* Conduct regular reconciliations of:
Bank accounts
Customer and supplier accounts
Balance sheet accounts
Supplier & Procurement Processing
* Manage supplier-related processes, including:
Purchase orders
Supplier invoice processing
Preparation of payment requisitions
* Maintain supplier master data and age analysis.
* Perform supplier reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Customer & Revenue Processing
* Manage customer-related accounting processes, including:
Preparation and issuing of quotations
Follow-up on outstanding quotations
Invoicing of completed work
* Maintain customer master data and age analysis.
* Prepare and distribute customer statements.
* Monitor and follow up on outstanding debtors.
* Perform customer account reconciliations.
* Annual price adjustments and fee revision.
Operational & Administrative Support
* Maintain inventory listings relating to service offerings.
* Prepare work allocation sheets and assist with task assignment to staff.
* Perform general administration, data capturing, filing, and preparation of internal reports.
* Support management with ad hoc financial and operational reporting.
Budgeting, Controls & Analysis
* Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and tracking of budgets.
* Analyse financial data and trends, providing insights and recommendations to management.
* Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard firm assets and ensure financial integrity.
* Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.
* Stay up to date with changes in accounting regulations and best practices.
Collaboration
* Work closely wi th management and internal teams to support the firm’s operations.
* Liaise with cross-functional teams where required to support client delivery indirectly.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* Proven experience as an Accountant, preferably within an accounting or professional services firm.
* Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
* Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Advantageous:
* Professional qualification or progress towards CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or similar.
Core Competencies:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
* High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality.