Financial Accountant - Sandton

Financial Transactions and Recording:

Record supplier invoices, customer invoices, and general journal entries, receipts, and payments in local and foreign bank accounts using SAGE X3

Maintain accurate financial records to support reporting and compliance requirements.

Payments and Reconciliations:

Process and load weekly payments for employee expenses and suppliers and perform credit card reconciliations for managers

Conduct monthly bank reconciliations for both local and foreign bank accounts.

Asset and Compliance Management:

Maintain and update the fixed-asset register.

Support VAT filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Financial Close and Audit Support:

Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes.

Prepare and review trial balances for annual audits and respond to audit-related requests.

SKILL SET AND DESIRED COMPETENCIES:

Excellent command of English language, verbal and written

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

Strong administrative skills

Strong intrapersonal and interpersonal skills

Commercial acumen

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Highly adaptable

Proactive and solution oriented

Willingness to learn

Strong collaboration

Effective prioritization

Highly organised with good attention to detail

Experience and Qualifications:

Excellent academic track record

University undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

Honours degree advantageous

Previous work experience advantageous