Description:
Financial Accountant
MID621
Location: Pomona, Kempton Park (Johannesburg)
Salary: R50,000 CTC per month + Standard Statutory Benefits
Type: Full-Time
About the Company
Our client is a global leader in the manufacturing of heavy construction and mining equipment. With over 60 years of industry experience and a footprint in over 130 countries, they are one of the world’s most prominent producers of earth-moving machinery.
Operating from their South African headquarters in Pomona, they provide high-performance solutions to the local mining, construction, and infrastructure sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a multinational firm known for its innovation, reliability, and commitment to the South African market.
Key Responsibilities
Fund & Expense Management: Manage employee expense reimbursements; review and process payments to ensure expenditures are reasonable, compliant, and accurately recorded. Banking & Cash Flow: Oversee bank receipts and payments, manage AR/AP reconciliations, and maintain proficiency in foreign exchange payment procedures. Asset Management: Review and process accounting entries for fixed assets and right-of-use assets, including additions and depreciation. Inventory Accounting: Handle accounting for inventory procurement costs, allocations, issuances, and outbound transactions. Financial Reporting: Lead daily accounting operations and prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for timely submission. Tax & Compliance: Demonstrate proficiency in South African tax policies; responsible for calculating and filing VAT and Income Tax, tax planning, and maintaining positive relations with SARS. Audit Oversight: Coordinate and oversee annual and ad-hoc audits for the company. Reconciliations: Conduct regular reconciliations with suppliers and customers to ensure ledger accuracy.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Experience: At least 2 years of accounting work experience within South Africa. Technical Proficiency: * Proficiency in SAP accounting software is a mandatory requirement. Thorough knowledge of South African tax, financial, and economic regulations. Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel Advanced, Word, PowerPoint). Attributes: Strong ethical standards, meticulous attention to detail, excellent judgment, and effective co