Accountant

The purpose of this position is to efficiently and effectively manage the day to day responsibilities of the assigned units in order to ensure that both the Department’s and the Company’s objectives are met.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Tertiary level education, preferably a degree in accounting or related subject.
• Final stage of the ACCA or equivalent.

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:

• At least 3 years experience in a computerised accounting environment within the retail and financial services sectors.
• Experience with Oracle Financials would be an asset.
• Experience within a management/supervisory capacity.
• A thorough understanding of accounting principles.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel or other spreadsheet applications.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

REQUIRED PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Ability to manage and prioritise a demanding workload.
• Positive attitude towards work.
• Ability to use own initiative and work independently.
• Team player.
• Tactful and discreet.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the Company’s systems, policies and procedures.
• Allocate duties and tasks to ensure that the accounting records are kept up-to-date and accurate.
• Reviews and posts accounting entries daily
• Liaises with System Accountants in respect of interfaced entries
• Reviews reconciliations within agreed time frames and follows through for timely clearance of reconciling items in accordance with internal policy.
• Optimise efficiency in all aspects of the department’s operations with respect to assigned areas.
• Carry out assigned responsibilities for the finalisation of the monthly and quarterly Management Accounts.
• Provide support and supervision to direct reports.
• Prepare quarterly IFRS 16 calculations
• Maintain the Fixed Asset register and related accounting records
• Prepare submissions relating to creating project codes as required
• Provide assistance in responding to information requests from internal and external stakeholders
• Any other tasks assigned that will assist in achieving the purpose stated above and/or the company mission.