Accountant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Financial reporting, managing operating capital, the accounting function, implementing SOP’s and improving internal financial controls. Managing, recruiting, developing and supporting the finance team
• Financial reporting: Collate, prepare and interpret reports
• Manage the accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions
• Ensuring tax compliance and compliance with statutory regulations
• Manging the audit process and ensuring financial statements are completed
• Managing budgets, variance analysis, identify and implement cost cutting and process improvements across the group
• Implement, enhance and oversee internal controls, SOP’s and promote best practices
• Liaising with managerial level staff and third-party stakeholders

Requirements

• 5 Years’ experience as an Accountant or in a similar role
• Must have experience in managing a team
• Tertiary Financial Management / Accounting qualification
• Sound understanding of the finance function and a hands-on approach
• 5 years’ experience on Sage 50/ Pastel Evolution or similar system
• Previous experience in the FMCG, Fast Food or Retail sectors
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
• Strong communication skills
• Must have strong attention to detail and a proven track record

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