Assistant Accountant

SUMMARY:
Growing distributor and DIY retailer, looking to employ a hands on, detail orientated Assistant Acco

POSITION INFO:

Growing distributor and DIY retailer, looking to employ a hands on, detail orientated Assistant Accountant. Responsible for all of the business financial and operational systems and controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain filing of supplier invoices
• Review invoice approvals and accounts entries
• Compile monthly supplier recons for payment process
• Post discounts and settlement journals
• Resolve supplier queries and process returns
• Reconcile credit card control accounts
• Reconcile seller account transactions
• Reconcile bank accounts and debtors payments
• Issue month end statements and follow up on overdue payments
• Put together and verify electronic time sheets
• Prepare monthly payroll, including loan deductions, advances, and related entries
• Reconcile Amazon transactions and returns
• Liaise with Takealot, investigate and invoice missing stock
• Oversee monthly stock takes
• Resolve stock discrepancies
• Implement financial and operational systems
• Increase efficiency and minimize stock shrinkage

Requirements:

• Proficient in Xero Accounting Software, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets
• High attention to detail and analytical skills
• Experience with e-commerce platforms (i.e.Amazon, Takealot)
• Strong understanding of internal controls and accounting principles
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

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